Automation Engineer

PLC / Automation Engineer – Manchester (UK Travel)
Full-time | £50k - £65k+ | Company Vehicle | Pension

A leading, award-winning engineering company is looking for a PLC/Automation Engineer based in the Manchester area. You'll work across the UK delivering automation projects for high-profile clients in food & beverage, packaging, nuclear and defence sectors.

As a Siemens Partner and Tier 1 Supplier, we need someone with strong Siemens PLC programming skills, capable of designing, developing, and troubleshooting control systems from concept to commissioning. You’ll work independently and as part of a team, taking full ownership of projects.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience with PLC programming (Siemens preferred)
• Electrical schematics & control panel design
• Commissioning and troubleshooting on industrial sites
• Good understanding of mechanical systems
• Willing to travel UK-wide as needed
• HND/Degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering field

Bonus Points:

• Experience with servo systems and industrial networks (Profinet, Modbus TCP, etc.)

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle
• Pension
• Varied, hands-on role with leading clients and full project ownership

Sound like you? Apply now and join a trusted engineering firm known for quality, innovation, and technical excellence