Projects Engineer

Samworth Brothers; Wymondham; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in the UK is seeking an Automation Project Engineer to shape future manufacturing processes. You'll support automation projects from concept through to site handover, developing 3D factory layouts and collaborating with cross‑functional teams. The role requires a degree in relevant fields and offers a salary of £39,200 per year along with benefits such as a private health scheme and training opportunities. This position promotes a diverse and inclusive work culture.

Benefits

Enhanced pension scheme

Private health scheme

Employee discount scheme

Training and growth opportunities

Profit-related pay

Annual pay reviews

Qualifications

• Early-career experience in manufacturing, automation, or industrial engineering environments.
• Exposure to automation projects, feasibility studies, or concept development.
• Understanding of industrial automation concepts including robots, conveyors, and systems.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the FTG Automation & Digitalisation Strategy.
• Develop and maintain 3D factory and line layouts.
• Assess automation feasibility and contribute to concept development.
• Assist with supplier engagement and project documentation.
• Support business case development and ROI analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Documentation skills

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, or Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

In this role as an Automation Project Engineer, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of our manufacturing processes. You'll support automation projects from concept through to site handover, develop 3D factory layouts and digital models, assess feasibility, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams and external suppliers. This is a hands‑on role offering exposure to cutting‑edge industrial automation and robotics.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the FTG Automation & Digitalisation Strategy.
• Develop and maintain 3D factory and line layouts.
• Assess automation feasibility and contribute to concept development.
• Assist with supplier engagement, FAT/SAT preparation, and project documentation.
• Support business case development and ROI analysis.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Early‑career experience in manufacturing, automation, or industrial engineering environments.
• Exposure to automation projects, feasibility studies, or concept development.
• Understanding of industrial automation concepts (robots, conveyors, end‑of‑line systems).
• Strong analytical, documentation, and presentation skills.

Company Culture

We believe that success is built upon collaboration and diverse perspectives. As a valued member of our team, you will bring passion for working together to achieve greatness. We encourage positive communication, and building strong collaborative relationships is essential to every role. We also want you to thrive in an engaging and inclusive work culture where you will have the opportunity to take on personal accountability and take pride in your work.

Benefits

• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private health scheme
• Employee discount scheme
• Experience annual pay reviews
• Profit‑related pay
• Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities

£39 200 per year – estimated
Contract NEW
Join the Samworth Brothers Team and become part of our dynamic family!

About Samworth Brothers

We are a fourth‑generation family business producing high‑quality own‑label products for many of the UK’s best‑known retailers along with our own brands including Ginsters, Soreen, Higgidy, Dickinson & Morris, Urban Eat, West Cornwall Pasty Company and Walker & Son. We employ over 10,000 people in well‑invested modern food manufacturing sites around the country. At Samworth Brothers we take pride in our family feel within our businesses and work together to make things happen. We can offer you the stability of a wider group as well as the opportunities that it offers if you wish to progress your career with us. We are family and we would like to invite you to be part of that and support our teams in delivering great products to all of our customers.

The Opportunity: 12‑month FTC