Automation Engineer

Location Bedford
Discipline: Mechanical, Manufacturing
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £50,000-60,000
Contact name: Tom

Contact email: tom@platform-recruitment.com
Job ref: 119077
Published: 10 days ago

Title: Automation Engineer 
Role: Special purpose machinery 
Location: Bedford 
Platform Recruitment has partnered with a manufacturer that design and develop electro-mechanical machinery across the full development cycle – concept through to production. They’re looking for a Automation Engineer who will be capable of delivering highly robust and thoroughly tested solutions as well as leading development on new product development projects. 
The Role: 
+ Design electrical circuits and develop PLC/HMI software
+ Conduct design reviews and prepare specifications
+ Oversee installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting
+ Collaborate to resolve engineering and manufacturing issues
+ Maintain technical documentation, including FAT records
+ Provide on-site support with occasional international travel

Requirements: 
+ Special purpose machinery/capital equipment industry experience 
+ Design electrical control systems 
+ Siemens/AB PLC programming experience
+ Machine commissioning and remote programming support
+ Knowledge of safety standards and risk assessments

If you feel like you have the right skills and experience for this role, then please apply with a copy of your updated CV.