Automotive Controls Engineer: PLC/HMI & Paint Shop Uptime

Staffline

Maudlin

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 33,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Canteen on site

Uniform provided

PPE provided

On site support

Job summary

Staffline is seeking a reliable Controls Engineer in Chichester to support automated painting systems. The role involves PLC and HMI programming, troubleshooting, and uptime optimization within a high-volume automotive paint shop.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's degree in electrical, automation, mechatronics, or controls engineering with 3–5 years of controls experience. On-site role with shifts and full-time hours; training and PPE supplied.

Qualifications

Experience in programming, troubleshooting and optimizing PLC/HMI systems within automated painting/production lines.
Knowledge of setting up and maintaining automation processes and safety.
Strong problem-solving and response time for production support.

Responsibilities

Provide rapid-response technical support for automated spray booths, ovens, conveyors, and related equipment.
Back up PLC programs and manage version control for robotic configurations.
Modify and write PLC (Siemens) and HMI code to improve cycle times.
Create and maintain body routing within the controls system within the paint shop.
Manage controls-related upgrades, equipment installations, and commissioning of new paint technologies and/or facilities.