Senior Automation Engineer

https:/jobs.gogpac.com/gpac/search/Apply/all/3936/504353659/Senior%20Automation%20Engineer.html; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial manufacturing company in the United Kingdom is seeking a highly skilled Automation Engineer to design and program Siemens PLC and HMI systems. The role involves troubleshooting control system issues and creating documentation for maintenance personnel. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and strong experience with Siemens programming. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on continuous improvement and high equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong experience with Siemens TIA Portal v18 or newer.
• Ability to read and create electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Design and program Siemens PLC and HMI systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues.
• Develop documentation and troubleshooting guides.

Skills

Siemens TIA Portal v18 or newer

PLC and HMI logic design

Troubleshooting skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Automation Engineer – Siemens PLC & HMI Programming Expert

A leading industrial manufacturing company is seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineer with deep expertise in Siemens programming (version 18 and newer). This is a key technical role for someone who can program PLCs and HMIs from scratch, efficiently troubleshoot automation issues, and create clear documentation to support off-shift teams. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy being the go-to expert for complex control systems, this could be the opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and program Siemens PLC and HMI systems (version 18 and above) from the ground up
• Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues on manufacturing equipment
• Work closely with production and maintenance teams to ensure uptime and equipment reliability
• Develop clear, concise documentation and troubleshooting guides for off-shift maintenance personnel
• Conduct program backups, updates, and system upgrades as needed
• Assist with machine startups, commissioning, and modifications
• Support continuous improvement projects related to automation and controls

What We\'re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a closely related field is required
• Strong experience programming with Siemens TIA Portal v18 or newer
• Proficiency with PLC and HMI logic design, troubleshooting, and implementation
• Ability to read and create electrical schematics and technical documentation
• Familiar with control panel layout and field wiring best practices
• Excellent communication skills, especially in documenting logic for non-engineers
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability with hands-on mindset
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing or industrial automation preferred

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