Job Title: Projects and Automation Engineer
Location: Telford (site-based)
Shift: Monday to Friday, 08:00-17:00 (flexibility required)
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience)
Benefits: Pension, Career Development, Project Ownership, Smart Factory Initiatives, Flexible Working Support

Projects and Automations Engineer Role Overview:
An exciting new opportunity for an experienced engineer to lead automation upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and project delivery across a fast-paced manufacturing site. The successful candidate will drive reliability, digital integration, and continuous improvement within the engineering team, reporting directly to the Senior Site Engineering Manager.

Projects and Automation Engineer Key Responsibilities:

Lead full-cycle delivery of engineering and automation projects (small upgrades to full line installs)

Act as site lead for automation software and systems (Siemens S7, STEP 7, Simatic)

Develop and manage a structured software library for automation systems

Manage obsolescence of control systems (PLCs, inverters, instrumentation)

Perform root cause analysis on performance issues; identify and implement improvement actions

Analyse maintenance and performance data to improve OEE

Support and coach maintenance engineers on best practices and reliability standards

Maintain and update panel risk assessments and improvement plans

Support smart factory software implementation and digital reliability systems

Contribute to the development of SOPs and department 5S/continuous improvement activities

Supervise and ensure safe contractor work practices; support project and facilities planning

Promote a culture of structured problem-solving and cost-effective engineering

Projects and Automation Engineer Experience & Skills:

Proven experience delivering automation and engineering projects in manufacturing environments

Strong background in electrical systems and automation

Proficient in Siemens automation platforms (S7, STEP 7, Simatic)

Confident managing software version control and technical documentation

Experienced in root cause analysis, performance optimisation, and team coaching

Comfortable liaising with OEMs, contractors, and technical suppliers

Excellent communication, decision-making, and time management skills

Qualifications:

Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship, OR

ONC/HNC/Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, OR Minimum Level 3 C&G
5 years' experience in a similar engineering environment 

Reach out to Ewan Smyth at Stirling Warrington to learn more