Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer Middleton, Manchester Up to 58,000 + 5% Bonus Permanent Rotating Day Shifts No Nights An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a highly automated Food Manufacturing operation in Middleton, Manchester. This role offers the opportunity to become the site''s recognised Automation and Controls specialist, supporting a complex process manufacturing environment whilst driving automation improvements, reliability initiatives and future capital projects. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you''ll take ownership of automation reliability across the site, working closely with Engineering and Operations teams to improve performance, reduce downtime and support future investment programmes. This position would suit an Automation Engineer who enjoys improving processes, solving complex technical challenges and implementing long-term automation solutions rather than simply reacting to day-to-day breakdowns. The RoleSupporting and developing Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC systems.Maintaining and improving SCADA, control and automation systems.Delivering automation improvement and Continuous Improvement projects.Conducting root cause analysis and implementing permanent corrective actions.Improving automation reliability and manufacturing performance.Supporting capital investment and automation upgrade projects.Identifying equipment obsolescence risks and recommending long-term improvements.Working closely with Engineering and ..... full job details .....