Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer (Industrial Automation & Controls)

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to design and implement the control software and automation architecture for a highly automated manufacturing environment. This role will be responsible for developing PLC and HMI logic, defining interfaces between production equipment and business systems, and ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of automated processes.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing technology-driven manufacturing business that is investing heavily in automation, production scalability, and operational excellence. The environment offers significant autonomy, ownership, and the opportunity to shape systems and processes from the ground up.

Required Experience

• Significant experience in industrial automation, PLC programming, and controls architecture within a manufacturing or process-driven environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with a major PLC platform, ideally Beckhoff.
• Solid knowledge of IEC 61131-3 programming and structured software development methodologies.
• Experience integrating PLC systems with MES, ERP, databases, or other enterprise systems using OPC UA or similar communication protocols.

Desirable Experience

• Python or similar programming languages for tooling, test automation, and data analysis.
• Industrial robot integration experience (ABB, Fanuc, KUKA, Beckhoff Motion, or similar).
• Batch process control and recipe management systems.
• SCADA and HMI development experience (e.g., WinCC, Ignition, TwinCAT HMI).
• Production traceability systems, barcode/RFID technologies, or serialisation solutions.
• Knowledge of regulated or safety-critical manufacturing environments.
• Commissioning experience in startup, greenfield, or rapidly expanding production facilities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentive package.
• Long-term equity participation opportunity.
• Relocation support available for suitable candidates.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge manufacturing technologies within a high-growth engineering organisation.

This role is suited to individuals who are comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. The position offers substantial autonomy and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the development and scalability of advanced manufacturing operations.