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GBP 45,000 - 53,000

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Automation Engineer to join their innovative team in South Wales. This role offers a unique opportunity to design and implement automation solutions that enhance production efficiency and reliability. You will lead projects from conception to commissioning, troubleshoot complex issues, and provide technical support and training to colleagues. With a strong commitment to employee development, this company not only offers job security but also invests in your future. If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension matched up to 6%
Private medical insurance
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Death in service cover (4x salary)

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience with DCS systems and/or AC drives.
  • Experience at engineer level in manufacturing or servicing.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement automation solutions to improve efficiency.
  • Lead automation projects from concept to commissioning.

Skills

Problem-solving
Project management
Automation solutions design

Education

HNC or above in relevant engineering discipline

Tools

DCS systems
AC drives

Job description

Job Description

Automation Engineers - Why You Should Apply:

Invest in your future: This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to grow with a company investing millions in its South Wales facility. With more exciting developments on the horizon, you'll be joining a company focused on long-term success.

Job security you can count on: This company has proven its resilience in recessions and pandemics, thriving through challenging times. Their strong financial performance means you can feel confident about your future in a role with unmatched stability and security.

Supportive and progressive environment: You'll join a business that values its people. With a strong focus on training and development, this is a place where you can expand your skills and develop your career.

What you will be doing as the automation engineer:

  • Design and implement automation solutions: Improve production efficiency and reliability, satisfying you to see your ideas come to life and make a tangible difference.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose issues: Develop your problem-solving skills and gain a sense of accomplishment by resolving complex challenges.
  • Lead automation projects: Take charge of projects from concept to commissioning, enhancing your leadership skills and career growth.
  • Technical support and training: Share your expertise and help colleagues maximise the effectiveness of automation systems, contributing to a supportive and knowledgeable workplace.

What you will need to apply for the automation engineer position:

  • An HNC or above is required in a relevant engineering discipline, such as electrical engineering.
  • Extensive experience with DCS systems and/or AC drives.
  • Experience at engineer level within a manufacturing or DCS/drives servicing business.

What you will receive as the automation engineer:

Salary between £45,000 - £53,000 depending on experience, a pension matched up to 6%, private medical, four times salary death in service cover and 25 days holiday plus the bank holidays.

The working hours:

Monday to Thursday 8 am - 4 pm, Friday 8 am - 2 pm. There is a requirement for flexibility during shutdowns and to help with callouts on an informal basis.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this automation engineer role with an exceptionally secure business in a key position, please click apply. Do not worry if your CV is outdated; we can sort that out later. If you want to discuss this first, call the office and quote ref automation engineer.

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