Automation Engineer

ADR Specialists Ltd
📍 Westhoughton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 05, 2026

Job Description

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to take ownership of site PLC software and electrical control systems for a food manufacturing facility.

Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, you'll be responsible for writing, maintaining, and troubleshooting automation systems while supporting and developing the wider engineering team.

This role pays 55,000 and works Mon-Fri on 06:00-15:00.

Key Responsibilities

* Writing, updating, and fault-finding PLC software and electrical systems (Siemens)

* Designing control panels, leading installations, and maintaining electrical drawings

* Delivering electrical improvement projects and liaising with OEMs

* Training and developing shift engineers and apprentices

* Maintaining software backups and producing user documentation

* Working in accordance with site H&S and hygiene policies

What You'll Need

* Hands-on experience with...

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Job Details

  • Location Westhoughton, Greater Manchester
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category architecture-and-engineering
  • Posted Date June 05, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 15, 2026