17 automation engineer jobs found

Automation Engineer - Contract | Immediate Start Initial 3-month contract, with strong potential to extend to 6 months We are recruiting on behalf of our client,who is looking for experienced Automation Engineers to join a fast-paced, multi-site automation programme across the UK and Europe. You will work alongside the client’s in-house engineering and controls teams, supporting PLC code development, implementation, commissioning, testing and continuous improvement across a network of highly automated sites. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Automation or Controls Engineer to join a high-performing team delivering complex, high-impact projects. Frequent travel across UK will be required. What You’ll Be Doing * Developing, testing and commissioning PLC code using Siemens TIA Portal * Supporting fault-finding and troubleshooting on live automated systems * Leading and contributing to process improvement initiatives * Integrating and migrating code...

Automation Engineer - Contract | Immediate Start Initial 3-month contract, with strong potential to extend to 6 months We are recruiting on behalf of our client,who is looking for experienced Automation Engineers to join a fast-paced, multi-site automation programme across the UK and Europe. You will work alongside the client’s in-house engineering and controls teams, supporting PLC code development, implementation, commissioning, testing and continuous improvement across a network of highly automated sites. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Automation or Controls Engineer to join a high-performing team delivering complex, high-impact projects. Frequent travel across UK will be required. What You’ll Be Doing * Developing, testing and commissioning PLC code using Siemens TIA Portal * Supporting fault-finding and troubleshooting on live automated systems * Leading and contributing to process improvement initiatives * Integrating and migrating code...

Automation Engineer - Contract | Immediate Start (must be able to on/around 10th August) Initial 3-month contract, with strong potential to extend to 6 months We are recruiting on behalf of our client, who is looking for experienced Automation Engineers to join a fast-paced, multi-site automation programme across the UK and Europe. You will work alongside the client’s in-house engineering and controls teams, supporting PLC code development, implementation, commissioning, testing and continuous improvement across a network of highly automated sites. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Automation or Controls Engineer to join a high-performing team delivering complex, high-impact projects. Frequent travel across UK will be required. What You’ll Be Doing * Developing, testing and commissioning PLC code using Siemens TIA Portal * Supporting fault-finding and troubleshooting on live automated systems * Leading and contributing to process improvement initiatives *...

PLC Programmer If you're a PLC Programmer who enjoys bringing automated manufacturing systems to life, this is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge production equipment within a modern automotive manufacturing environment. You'll play a key role in programming, commissioning and supporting highly automated production lines, helping to keep manufacturing running safely, efficiently and reliably. This is the ideal role for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, working closely with engineers across multiple disciplines, and seeing the direct impact of their work on a busy production facility. What You'll Be Doing As a PLC Programmer, you'll be involved throughout the lifecycle of automated production equipment, from developing new control software through to commissioning, optimisation and ongoing support. Your responsibilities will include: * Developing, modifying and maintaining PLC software for automated manufacturing equipment. *...

Build Lead Contractor – Automotive Automation & Vehicle Launch Contract Position | Halewood | PAYE £34.36 per hour (including holiday pay) | 40–50 Hours Per Week | Contract Through to Mid-2027 Ready to be the person who keeps a vehicle launch moving? When production issues arise, you don't wait to be told what to do. You identify the problem, bring the right people together, and drive a solution that keeps the line running. If you've supported automotive vehicle launches and enjoy working at the heart of fast-paced manufacturing environments, this contract offers the opportunity to play a key role in a high-profile automation project. The Opportunity Based in Halewood, you'll be the link between the customer, engineering teams and installation personnel, ensuring production issues are identified, communicated and resolved quickly throughout the vehicle launch. Working on automated production lines, you'll help maintain momentum by coordinating technical support,...

Principal Engineer Duration: 6 months + Location- Knutsford, South Manchester (on-site 2-3 days per week) UMBRELLA ONLY Our client, a leading banking institution, is hiring a hands-on Principal Engineer to drive a strategic technology transformation. This role is perfect for an experienced backend engineer with deep expertise in workflow orchestration platforms like Camunda and/or Temporal.io, and a passion for building resilient, scalable enterprise systems. What you'll be doing: * Lead technical evaluation and comparison of Camunda vs Temporal.io * Design scalable patterns and reference architectures for enterprise workflow orchestration * Drive modern backend engineering standards, including CI/CD, deployment automation, and operational best practices * Architect durable, fault-tolerant distributed systems with high observability * Develop integration strategies across enterprise APIs, event streams, and downstream systems * Build reusable frameworks, prototypes, and...

Infrastructure Engineer Location: Hereford (full time on-site) Duration: 12-month contract Rate: £53.73 PAYE / £72.54 Umbrella Clearance: UK Eyes Only - must be eligible for SC and a sole british national due to the nature of the work. A defence and security organisation is looking for an Infrastructure Engineer to help design, build, manage and support the IT infrastructure underpinning a tactical mission network in an on-premise environment. You'll work as part of an IT engineering team supporting a critical communications system used by hundreds of deployed users. What you'll be doing Maintaining and supporting IT infrastructure in a secure, on-prem environment Troubleshooting and resolving infrastructure issues (hands-on problem management) Developing and deploying new infrastructure capabilities Monitoring performance and improving reliability/user experience Supporting end-user device build processes Communicating effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders...

Mechanical Design Engineer (SolidWorks) – Immediate Start Available Our client, a leading engineering business, is looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with strong SolidWorks skills to join their team as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys taking ownership of projects and delivering high-quality design solutions within challenging timescales. Key Requirements for the Mechanical Design Engineer: * Proven and strong experience using SolidWorks for mechanical design. * Background in Aerospace, Automation, Agricultural Engineering, or a similar industry. * Mechanical/Design/Engineering degree/qualifications or similar. * Strong understanding of mechanical engineering and manufacturing processes. * Ability to manage multiple tasks and consistently meet project deadlines. * Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently and within a team. The Role of the Mechanical Design...

Control Systems Commissioning Engineer Location: Cambridgeshire (site-based) Type: Contract (likely long-term given ramp-up) Level: Experienced (mid-level, not senior/lead) Overview We are supporting a major industrial programme in Cambridgshire as commissioning activity accelerates on site. We are seeking experienced Control Systems Commissioning Engineers with strong Rockwell exposure to support delivery across a complex automation and DCS environment. This is a hands-on role focused on system commissioning, testing, and integration within a live project environment. Key Responsibilities Commissioning of Rockwell-based control systems, including: ControlLogix / GuardLogix controllers PlantPAx DCS architecture FactoryTalk View (SE/ME) Execution of FAT/SAT and site commissioning activities Loop checks, I/O testing and functional validation Integration of control systems with industrial networks (Stratix, Ethernet/IP) Support system troubleshooting and fault finding during...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer East Midlands - commutable from Derby, Leicester and Nottingham to c£47k neg dep exp + benefits Our client can demonstrate almost half a century's expertise in the design, development and manufacture of bespoke automation and robotic systems for a diverse range of industry sectors and are regarded by many in the industry as one of the leading automation system solution providers in the whole of the UK. As a result of continued success and a planned programme of strategic growth, they are now seeking to recruit an experienced Lead / Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to complement their established and successful team and deliver innovative special purpose automation machinery projects. Based near Leicester and tasked with both designing and overseeing an array of special purpose machine projects from order acceptance to customer hand over, the successful Senior Mechanical Design Engineer candidate will be responsible for the design, detailing...

Mechanical Process Project Engineer Pharmaceutical - Food and Beverage - Dairy & Nutrition Long Term Contract - Cork NIRAS are a specialist engineering consultancy; focussed on the design and delivery of advanced, process engineering driven projects, providing Project Management, Engineering Design, Project and Managed Service resources to the Brewing, Distilling, Food & Beverage and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing industries across Ireland and internationally. One of Europe's largest consulting firms NIRAS employs over 3000 permanent staff and over 25,000 experts across our network including its 4 offices in Ireland and 51 offices in 32 countries across the globe. Role Due to expansion and internal progression, NIRAS requires an experienced Mechanical Process Project Engineer to support one of our clients, a major food products producer in the delivery of process optimization, continuous improvement, and capital project initiatives on site at their state of the art...

Process Project Engineer – Moulding / Manufacturing Role Exciting new role with our client a multinational Medical Device and Healthcare products provider. NIRAS is actively recruiting for an energetic and hands-on Manufacturing/Project Engineer to lead a key project within our Client’s Advanced Manufacturing Engineering & Process Development Team. You will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, R&D and Sustaining departments in the development and delivery of new process layouts, innovative automation solutions, improvement of lean processes necessary to produce components for an advanced medical device product. You will have proven problem solving, supervisory, technical ability, be approachable and able to build teams and collaborate with multi discipline teams with ease. You will be curious and questioning and establish risks and pitfalls to ensure surprises are minimized. You are an effective and able communicator, working at all levels of the...

Project Engineer (Aseptic Pharma Manufacturing Environment) Westport, Co. Mayo. Ireland Who We are: NIRAS Ireland provides Project Management, Engineering Design, and Project resourcing services to the Pharmaceutical and Life Science Sectors. As a company we specialize in the design and delivery of process-driven projects across Ireland and internationally. Opportunity We are now recruiting a Process Project Engineer to join our client’s high performing Engineering team in Westport Co. Mayo. Successful candidate will join a team of 6, reporting to Sr. Manager and be responsible for a portfolio of small-large sized projects (20K to 15 million) related to new equipment/technologies and/or upgrades. Cross-functional role - Will support Operations, EHS and Quality departments and be responsible for 5-6 projects at any one time – from cradle to grave. Projects may include installation of automated packaging lines or other equipment onsite; overseeing / securing funding, selection...

Materials Science Laboratory Technician Harpenden, Hertfordshire Rolling Fixed Term Contract An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Materials Science Laboratory Technician to join an innovative technology company developing sustainable manufacturing processes. Based on-site in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, this contracted position offers the potential to become permanent and provides the opportunity to contribute to the scale-up of novel carbon conversion technologies. Working within a multidisciplinary Process Development team, you will play a key role in laboratory operations, process experimentation, and the development of future commercial manufacturing processes. Key Duties and Responsibilities Lead day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring safe and efficient working practices. Maintain laboratory facilities, equipment, consumables, and safety systems. Prepare, operate, monitor, and clean chemical reactor and process equipment. Support the planning and delivery of...

Senior Parking Engineer The purpose of this role is to deliver high-quality civil enforcement across the County of Oxfordshire. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and implementation of new parking restrictions, including Controlled Parking Zones (CPZs), helping to maximise the on-street parking network for the benefit of residents, local communities and the travelling public. The role will also involve supporting projects for the introduction of Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) enforcement sites, working alongside colleagues on the design and implementation of appropriate traffic signs to enable robust and effective enforcement. Key Responsibilities ·Develop and implement new parking restrictions, including CPZs. ·Deliver ANPR enforcement projects and associated traffic signing. ·Work collaboratively with colleagues to design and implement traffic signs and road markings. ·Ensure compliance with all relevant parking legislation, local...

Job Title: MIG Welder Location: Dungannon, N.Ireland Duration: Temp to perm or perm Shifts: Day shift (7.30am to 4.30pm Mon to Thurs, 7.30am to 13.30pm Friday) Pay Rate: DOE We are currently recruiting for an experienced Skilled MIG Welder to join a well-established manufacturer. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a successful and growing engineering business, where quality, precision, and teamwork are at the heart of everything they do. Working as part of the welding department and reporting to the Team Leader, you will play a key role in the production of precision-engineered hydraulic components, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standards of quality and safety. Key Responsibilities * Read and interpret engineering and AutoCAD drawings accurately. * Perform high-quality MIG welding using three-phase welding equipment. * Operate a range of workshop machinery, hand tools, and power tools. * Carry out in-process inspections to ensure products meet...

BMS require a Static Electrician/Maintenance Engineer to carry out a range of reactive and planned maintenance tasks across commercial premises. The role involves basic electrical works alongside general maintenance duties to ensure the building and its systems remain safe, functional, and compliant. Key Responsibilities: * Carry out minor electrical installations (e.g. sockets, switches, lighting fittings) * Diagnose and rectify electrical faults, including power loss and tripped breakers * Perform repairs to lighting systems and other electrical equipment * Undertake Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), including emergency lighting flick tests and basic inspections * Respond to reactive maintenance issues in a timely manner * Complete basic non-electrical maintenance tasks such as: * Repairing automatic soap dispensers * Fixing minor plumbing items (e.g. taps) * General building fabric repairs where required * Ensure all works are...