Automation Technician

Fresh Perspective Resourcing; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Automation Technician in Scotland. This role offers the chance to work with industry leaders and involves designing, programming, and maintaining automation systems. Ideal candidates will have PLC programming experience and strong problem-solving skills. The position includes a salary of £40,000 to £45,000 and various benefits including holidays and a company pension.

Benefits

£40,000 to £45,000 salary

21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Additional leave with increased service

Company Pension

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Free Parking

Company Sick Pay

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position (ideally 5 years but can be flexible).
• Understanding of control systems and industrial automation.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the design, programming, and testing of automation systems.
• Troubleshooting and maintaining automated machinery and control systems.
• Collaborating with engineers and technicians on automation projects.

Skills

PLC programming knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Siemens

Allen-Bradley

Schneider

Mitsubishi

Job description

Are you ready to take your automation skills to the next level? Well, if you're a hands-on, sharp-thinking Automation Technician who loves cracking complex problems and getting stuck into control systems - this one's for you.

Working with trusted partnerships with industry giants like Siemens, Schneider, Mitsubishi, and Danfoss, you’ll be working alongside the best in the business! This isn’t just another job - it’s a chance to grow, innovate, and be part of something brilliant.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the design, programming, and testing of automation systems
• Troubleshooting and maintaining automated machinery and control systems
• Collaborating with engineers and technicians on automation projects
• Supporting the implementation of PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems
• Conducting system diagnostics and performance analysis
• Providing technical support and documentation for automation processes

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position (ideally 5 years but can be flexible)
• PLC programming knowledge (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider, Mitsubishi) preferred
• Understanding of control systems and industrial automation
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and organisational skills
• Excellent communication with the ability to work independently and within a team
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies

Benefits

• £40,000 to £45,000 salary
• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Additional leave with increased service
• Company Pension
• Health & Wellbeing Programme
• Free Parking
• Company Sick Pay

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