Senior Automation & Controls Engineer

Safran; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent Pension and bonus scheme

33 Days Holiday (including bankhols)

Dental and BUPA cover

Onsite subsidised canteen

Training and mobility opportunities

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Safran is seeking a Senior Automation & Controls Engineer to join the Industrialisation team and drive next-gen automated manufacturing solutions. You will lead automation projects, develop equipment, and program PLCs, HMIs, robotics and machine-vision systems across manufacturing lines.

You will support commissioning, fault finding and continuous improvement, creating documentation and training teams. A fast-paced, collaborative role in London is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in Automation, Controls, Robotics, Industrialisation or Manufacturing Engineering.
• PLC programming and integration experience (Siemens, Allen Bradley or similar).
• Knowledge of industrial networks, machine safety and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with robotics, machine vision and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• CAD experience (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, NX or similar).

Responsibilities

• Lead automation and controls projects from concept through to implementation.
• Develop and improve automated manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Program and integrate PLCs, HMIs, robotics and machine vision systems.
• Support equipment commissioning, fault finding and continuous improvement activities.
• Create technical documentation, schematics, and process controls.
• Train maintenance and production teams on automated equipment.
• Work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver automation solutions.

Skills

Automation

Controls

Robotics

Industrialisation

Manufacturing Engineering

PLC programming

Industrial networks

Machine safety

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CATIA

NX

Job description

We're looking for a Senior Automation & Controls Engineer to join our Industrialisation team and help drive the next generation of automated manufacturing solutions.

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking. As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions., Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision. Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. It is a key player in the equipment electrification & in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. Mastering the on-board energy system, the company designs and provides modular, innovative and optimised architectures and solutions.

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you, both in and out of work, including:

Responsibilities

• Lead automation and controls projects from concept through to implementation
• Develop and improve automated manufacturing equipment and processes
• Program and integrate PLCs, HMIs, robotics and machine vision systems
• Support equipment commissioning, fault finding and continuous improvement activities
• Create technical documentation, schematics, and process controls
• Train maintenance and production teams on automated equipment
• Work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver automation solutions

Requirements

• Experience in Automation, Controls, Robotics, Industrialisation or Manufacturing Engineering
• PLC programming and integration experience (Siemens, Allen Bradley or similar)
• Knowledge of industrial networks, machine safety and pneumatic systems
• Experience with robotics, machine vision and automated manufacturing equipment
• Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• CAD experience (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, NX or similar)

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Excellent Pension and bonus scheme
• 33 Days Holiday (including bank holidays)
• Dental and BUPA cover
• Workplace nursery scheme
• Midday finish on Fridays
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Wellbeing programme
• Employee assistance programme including health and finance
• Onsite subsidised canteen
• We support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities