Automation Technician - PLC & Electrical Controls (FMCG)

MacGregor Black; Livingston; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MacGregor Black is seeking an Electrical Controls Systems Technician/Automation Technician for a FMCG manufacturer in Central Belt Scotland. The role involves removing, installing and updating PLC systems in a fast-paced production environment.

You will maintain PLC backups, diagnose faults and assist maintenance to keep plant efficiency. The candidate should have an HNC/TEC in electrical engineering, 3 years post-apprenticeship experience, and strong knowledge of electrical drawings and

Qualifications

• HNC/TEC level in electrical/electronic engineering.
• 3 years post electrical apprenticeship experience.
• Ability to read and understand electrical circuit diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Keep PLC programme backups current and secure.
• Support fault repair and efficiency improvements on plant and machinery.
• Record control faults, remedial actions and follow-up work.
• Assist Maintenance Manager to ensure regulatory compliance and plant efficiency.
• Collaborate with production management to respond to breakdowns.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Reading diagrams

Variable speed drives

Instrumentation experience

Education

HNC/TEC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Single/3-phase distribution

Job description

MacGregor Black is seeking an Electrical Controls Systems Technician/Automation Technician for a FMCG manufacturer in Central Belt Scotland. The role involves removing, installing and updating PLC systems in a fast-paced production environment.

You will maintain PLC backups, diagnose faults and assist maintenance to keep plant efficiency. The candidate should have an HNC/TEC in electrical engineering, 3 years post-apprenticeship experience, and strong knowledge of electrical drawings and