Controls and Automation Engineer

Grainger & Worrall; Bridgnorth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Health insurance

Gym membership discount

Company pension

Onsite parking

Family Ironbridge Pass

Job summary

Grainger & Worrall is seeking a hands-on Controls & Automation Engineer to maintain, develop, and continually improve plant automation systems across a diverse range of equipment. You will contribute to automation upgrades, PLC modernisation, robotics integration and connectivity projects, helping drive reliability and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

You will operate within a world-class production environment, delivering innovative engineering solutions and supporting major technology investments

Qualifications

• Strong PLC knowledge and ability to read, interpret and modify PLC code.
• Experience with automation cells, robotics or semi-automated equipment.
• Experience supporting engineering projects, equipment upgrades or new technology implementation.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and modern manufacturing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Deliver automation and controls projects across existing production systems.
• Modernise PLC platforms and integrated control systems (Siemens/Allen-Bradley).
• Support CAPEX, obsolescence and technology integration projects across the site.
• Drive reliability improvements and implement robust solutions to prevent repeat failures.
• Support robotics, automated production cells and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
• Develop equipment connectivity, process monitoring and condition-based maintenance capabilities.
• Act as a technical expert for fault finding and continuous improvement.

Skills

PLC knowledge

Code reading/modification

Robotics/automation cells

Fault-finding

Continuous improvement

Problem-solving

Education

Engineering qualification or significant industry experience

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

Are you an experienced Controls & Automation Engineer looking to step away from constant reactive maintenance and into a role where you can influence major automation, robotics and CAPEX projects? Join Grainger & Worrall and play a key role in modernising advanced manufacturing technology, driving Industry 4.0 initiatives, and delivering innovative engineering solutions across a world-class production environment.

Who are we?

At Grainger & Worrall, we specialise in producing complex cast and precision-machined solutions for pioneering technologies across diverse industries, including automotive, aerospace, defence, motorsport, and more, highlighting our versatility and commitment to driving future technology development.

Our commitment to engineering excellence and breakthrough innovation was recently recognised with The King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation, our fourth accolade in this prestigious programme. This honour reflects the significant impact of our work on the future of mobility and sustainable technology.

Driven by a team of talented and experienced engineers and specialists, we push boundaries and innovate to bring cutting-edge ideas to life.

We work with manufacturers of high-performance vehicles, helping them turn ambitious designs and vision into reality. Through the expertise of our team and state-of-the-art facilities, which combine cutting-edge engineering with advanced manufacturing processes, we deliver high-performance components tailored to meet the demanding requirements of our clients’ innovative applications. We’re proud to shape the future of engineering.

About the role

Reporting to the Reliability & Automation Manager, you'll be responsible for the maintenance, development and continuous improvement of our plant automation systems, helping improve reliability, performance and equipment availability across the business. You'll work across a diverse range of automated manufacturing equipment, robotics, CNC machining technology and integrated control systems.

This is a genuinely varied position where you'll be involved in automation upgrades, PLC modernisation, robotics integration and equipment connectivity projects. As part of a business investing in new technology and standardising its automation platforms, you'll have the opportunity to make a visible impact while building on your technical expertise.

What you'll be doing

• Delivering automation and controls projects across new and existing production systems.
• Modernising PLC platforms and integrated control systems, with a focus on Siemens technologies.
• Supporting CAPEX, obsolescence and technology integration projects across the site.
• Driving reliability improvements and implementing robust solutions to prevent repeat failures.
• Supporting robotics, automated production cells and future Industry 4.0 initiatives.
• Developing equipment connectivity, process monitoring and condition-based maintenance capabilities.
• Acting as a technical expert for fault finding, continuous improvement and equipment optimisation.

Who we're looking for

We're looking for a hands-on automation professional who enjoys solving technical challenges and wants to play a key role in supporting the future direction of manufacturing technology.

• A recognised engineering qualification or significant relevant industry experience.
• Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment.
• Strong PLC knowledge, ideally Siemens and/or Allen Bradley systems.
• Ability to read, interpret and modify PLC code.
• Experience working with automation cells, robotics or semi-automated equipment.
• Experience supporting engineering projects, equipment upgrades or new technology implementation.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and modern manufacturing techniques.

What you'll get

We'll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your skills and further your career. You'll join a team that genuinely invests in development, with recent examples of employees progressing to senior and leadership positions.

In addition, you'll get the following benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to purchase more holiday days after your first year.
• Westfield Health Insurance.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Company pension.
• Free onsite parking.
• Family Ironbridge Pass.

What to expect

At Grainger & Worrall, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence.

Joining our team means being part of a culture that values positivity, adaptability and teamwork. We strive to innovate and improve, ensuring everyone shares in our success.

We’re committed to supporting applicants with disabilities and we’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to suit your needs. If you require any adjustments or additional support, please let us know.

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment. However, due to the specific operational, training, and insurance requirements associated with this role, applicants must be aged 18 or over.

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