Project & Automation Engineer ️

The Opportunity:
Join a fast-growing, innovation-led food manufacturer on a mission to shake up the industry with smarter, faster, more automated production. If you love building systems, solving real-world problems, and getting your hands dirty — this one's for you.

What You'll Be Doing:

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Lead and support automation upgrades and process improvement projects.

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Design, build, and install control panels, mechanical rigs, and automation systems.

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Modify and program PLCs and HMIs (Siemens, Omron etc.).

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Install and calibrate sensors, motors, solenoids, and safety systems.

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Collaborate with maintenance, production, and tech teams on new equipment and upgrades.

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Help build out a workshop from scratch — spec the kit, tools, and layout.

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Support junior engineers and contribute to a high-performance, hands-on culture.

What You'll Need:

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Proven experience in automation/controls engineering within FMCG or food manufacturing.

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PLC/HMI programming knowledge and a strong grasp of control systems and sensor logic.

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Mechanical skills including fabrication and welding (MIG/TIG).

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A proactive, solutions-led mindset with the ability to take projects from concept to commissioning.

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Awareness of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.

The Vibe:

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60/40 split of mechanical and electrical work — or tailored to your strengths.

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Real autonomy — take ownership of projects, not just tasks.

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Workshop setup and tech decisions in your hands.

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Role can evolve into a technical specialist or leadership track.

Perks:

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£50-60k DOE

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Mon-Fri 10:00-19:00 (weekend OT or TOIL available)

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Private medical (AXA)

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£250 L&D + £100 wellbeing allowance

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28 days holiday + birthday off + option to sell back a week

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Volunteer day + quarterly socials + product discounts

Give me a call on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed)…… happy to take calls after 5pm or What's app me and I'll call you back!

LinkedIn Jo Botton - drop me a message if that's easier.

Don't worry about having an up to date CV, we can sort that out later.

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