Project & Automation Engineer

THE COLLECTIVE NETWORK LIMITED; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Nottingham is seeking a talented Project & Automation Engineer. This hands-on role involves designing automation upgrades, building control panels, and improving systems for uptime and reliability. Join the engineering team to shape solutions in a fast-paced production environment, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Private AXA medical insurance

£250 annual Learning & Development budget

£100 annual Wellbeing allowance

28 days holiday + birthday off

Paid weekend overtime or TOIL by rotation

Up to 2 weeks per year working abroad

Monthly employee recognition scheme

Friends & family discount scheme

Holiday buyback option (up to 1 week/year)

Qualifications

• Strong experience in automation or controls engineering within food/FMCG/manufacturing.
• Mechanical and fabrication skills - MIG/TIG welding a plus.
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and control system logic.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automation upgrades and custom solutions.
• Build and wire control panels including VFDs, PLCs, relays and contactors.
• Program and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems.

Skills

Automation Engineering

Machine Control

Building Custom Solutions

Hands-on Problem Solving

Mechanical Skills

Fabrication Skills

Communication

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

VFDs

Control System Logic

Job description

Project & Automation Engineer
Nottingham
Monday to Friday
£50,000-£60,000 DOE + Benefits

About the Role
We're recruiting for a forward-thinking food manufacturer in Nottingham, looking for a talented Project & Automation Engineer to join their engineering function.

This hands-on role is ideal for someone with a passion for automation, machine control, and building custom solutions in a fast-paced production environment.

You 'll have the opportunity to lead and support automation projects, build control panels, modify PLCs, and design custom mechanical systems that improve uptime, reliability, and capacity.

This is a rare chance to shape your own workshop, influence equipment selection, and help set the standard for future automation on site.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement automation upgrades, including rig builds, line reconfigurations, and controls improvements.
Build and wire control panels (inc. VFDs, PLCs, relays, contactors).
Program and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems (e.g. Siemens, Omron).
Fabricate and install custom mechanical assemblies or production aids.
Install and calibrate sensors, actuators, solenoids, and safety devices.
Support machinery installations and trial new automation technologies.
Maintain detailed records of all project and improvement work.
Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and H&S standards.
Collaborate across engineering, production, and technical teams.
Provide informal mentoring to junior engineers or apprentices.What You'll Bring

Strong experience in automation or controls engineering within food/FMCG/manufacturing.
Mechanical and fabrication skills - MIG/TIG welding a plus.
Proven knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and control system logic.
Hands-on problem solver, comfortable building and integrating bespoke solutions.
Familiarity with sensor systems, wiring, and troubleshooting.
Confident communicator with a proactive, collaborative mindset.
Food safety or hygiene knowledge (e.g.

HACCP/BRC) beneficial.Benefits

Salary: £50,000-£60,000 DOE
Monday-Friday + paid weekend overtime or TOIL by rotation
Private AXA medical insurance (incl. full cancer cover and fast access)
£250 annual Learning & Development budget
£100 annual Wellbeing allowance
28 days holiday + birthday off
Up to 2 weeks per year working abroad (role dependent)
Volunteer day (annually)
Monthly employee recognition scheme
Subsidised social/sports clubs and quarterly team events
Friends & family discount scheme
Holiday buyback option (up to 1 week/year)Apply Today
Ready to take on your next engineering challenge? Call Kelsea on (phone number removed) to apply today

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Job Overview

ID:

1599239

Date Posted:

Posted 1 day ago

Expiration Date:

07/08/2025

Location:

Nottingham

Competitive

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