Automation Engineer

Lead Controls & Automation  Engineer Job Title: Lead Controls&Automation EngineerRole Function: Group Electrical Controls Engineering Function - Devcelopment ProjectsManufacturing Automation & Capital Controls Automation ProjectsClient: Global category leader in FMCG Manufacturing, Process and PackagingJob Location: North West / West Lancashire Wigan areaSalary: Target band of £60,000 - £70,000 + 10% Bonus + Excellent Benefits & Healthcare and car use for business

Are you a Senior Automation Engineer who enjoys designing solutions, delivering innovative improvement automation projects and influencing the future direction of manufacturing technology? Looking for a hands on site based automation development & delivery role?

Develop an automation development plan and deliver that plan with business support.

A Lead Automation Project Engineer to join a central engineering Electrical team and responsible for developing and implementing automation solutions across a major manufacturing site. Operate as the automation technical authority, leading automation investment projects, developing engineering standards and helping shape the future automation strategySupporting and leading new automation projects, expansion of process manufacturing capacity, upgrades to PLC and SCADA systems, new equipment specification, systems integration, development of automation architecture, supporting group-wide standardisation, supplier management and future digitalisation initiativesYou'll work closely with engineering teams, equipment suppliers and system integrators to deliver innovative and reliable automation solutions that improve performance, efficiency and capability across this site that is undergoing multi-million pound investment.

Role Duties& Responsibilities – Lead Controls&Automation  Engineer

Capital Projects & Automation Capability DevelopmentLead the automation elements of major capital investment,concept through to commissioningDesign and specify PLC, SCADA and automation solutionsAutomation Standards Development - Specify what PLCs, controls, sensors and softwareDevelop technical specifications for new equipment and control systemsEnsure projects are delivered to agreed cost, quality and performance targetsSupport technology investment and modernisation initiatives

Technical Leadership

Act as the automation Subject Matter Expert across engineering projectsReview and challenge supplier proposals and technical solutionsProvide specialist controls and automation expertise to project teamsSupport future technology evaluation and implementationAutomation Standards & ArchitectureDevelop and maintain automation engineering standardsEnsure consistency across multiple manufacturing sitesSupport development of OT architecture and control system strategiesDrive standardisation and long-term reliability improvements

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

Manage external systems integrators and automation suppliersReview quotations and technical submissionsEnsure supplier solutions align with business requirements and standardsCoaching electrical automation engineers & Continuous ImprovementSupport and mentor Automation Engineers

Essential Experience - Lead Automation Project Engineer

Automation project delivery within a manufacturing environmentPLC programming and controls engineering experienceSiemens TIA Portal experienceExperience working with Siemens and/or Rockwell PLC platformsCapital project (CapEx) delivery experienceAutomation system design and specification, writing functional design specsSupplier or systems integrator managementThink strategically rather than simply maintaining existing systemsYou have designed PLC controls systemsComfortable challenging suppliers and driving standardsEnjoy working across multiple sites and projects if required

Technical Skills - Lead Controls & Automation Engineer

Experience with some or all of the following:

Siemens TIA PortalSiemens S7 PLCsRockwell / Allen Bradley PLCsSCADA SystemsAVEVA InTouch / WonderwareProfiNETIndustrial NetworkingOT Architecture & Control Systems Design

Ideal Backgrounds include Food Manufacturing, FMCG, Pharmaceutical, Chemical Processing, Packaging, Process Manufacturing.

Suitable job titles may include, Automation Development Engineer, Automation Project Engineer, Lead Automation Engineer, Senior Controls Engineer, Controls Project Engineer, Group Automation Engineer, Automation, Systems Engineer, Capital Projects Engineer (Automation)

What's On Offer - Lead Controls & Automation Engineer

£60,000 - £70,000 Basic SalaryAnnual Bonus 10%Pension SchemeHealthcare BenefitsSome Hybrid Working prefer onsite focusSignificant Capital Projects ExposureOpportunity to influence automation strategy across a major manufacturing group

If you're an Automation Project Engineer, Lead Controls Engineer or Group Automation Engineer looking to move into a highly visible, multi-site engineering role where you can shape automation strategy and deliver major technology projects, we'd be delighted to hear from you.

Please contact Mike Butler on 01132123519 or email mike.butler@omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Planning Lead

Experience Dependent + Annual Bonus + Private Medical

Stroud

Join a global engineering and technology leader that delivers innovative automation, electrification and digitalisation solutions across a wide range of industries. With a strong reputation for investment in people, continuous improvement and operational excellence, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to play a key role within a highly advanced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities – Planning Lead

Own and maintain the master production schedule, ensuring customer demand is met whilst optimising inventory levels and manufacturing capacity.Lead the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, providing accurate demand and supply forecasts.Collaborate with Production, Procurement, Engineering and Supply Chain teams to align manufacturing plans with business objectives.Monitor material availability, capacity constraints and production performance, implementing corrective actions where required.Analyse planning data and KPIs to identify risks, improve forecast accuracy and drive continuous improvement initiatives.Support new product introductions and strategic projects, ensuring effective planning and resource allocation.

Experience / Qualifications – Planning Lead

Previous experience in a Master Scheduler, Supply Chain Planner, Production Planner or similar role within a manufacturing environment.Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and production planning methodologies.Experience leading or supporting S&OP processes.Ability to analyse complex data and make informed planning decisions.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.APICS, CIPS, Supply Chain, Operations Management or related qualification would be advantageous.

Benefits – Planning Lead

Annual BonusPension matched up to 10%Private Medical Coverx6 Life AssuranceGenerous Holiday AllowanceCareer Development & Training OpportunitiesFlexible Benefits PackageEmployee Assistance Programme

For more information on this role, please contact Andy Haddon on 01453 796617, or send a copy of your CV to andrew.haddon@omegaresource.co.uk

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field, please visit www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Ideal background / Previous roles may include: Master Scheduler, Master Production Planner, Senior Production Planner, Supply Chain Planner, Lead Planner, Manufacturing Planner, Operations Planner, Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Planner, Demand & Supply Planner, Materials Planning Manager, Production Planning Manager or Supply Planning Manager

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

CNC Machinist (all skill levels)

Bristol

Full time Double Day shift 

Salary – £30,000 to £39500 per annum inclusive of shift allowance 

 

Key Responsibilities – CNC Machinist

Bristol-based Engineering business supporting the likes of Rolls Royce & Airbus on complex projects are looking for CNC machinists of all levels from operator to programmers to join their team on a double day shift. This is a great opportunity to develop exisiting skills and learn new ones in a dynamic machine shop. 

Position Overview

Setting of 3,4 & 5 Axis CNC Machining Centres to achieve first off approvalsExperience with Heidenhain & or Fanuc Controls preferredIn process sample inspection.100% visual inspection of production output.

CNC Miller Position Requirements

Ability to self-manage, work on own initiative and as part of a teamAttention to detailAbility to read technical drawingsRead and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and work instructions.Take Personal Pride in their work, ensuring high standardsBe proactive for the continual improvement of processes.Deburring of ComponentsEnsure safe working practices wherever applicable.Maintain clear/safe working areas and walkways.Must be a team player and be willing to adhere to company procedures

This role is Shift based, alternating each week:

Shift Pattern 1 Mon-Thurs 6am-2pm Friday 6am-11am

Shift Pattern 2 Mon-Thurs 2pm-10pm Friday 11am-4pm

What we can offer – CNC Turner Programmer Setter Operator

Annual Salary ReviewsCompetitive annual salary and shift allowanceHolidays equivalent to 25 days plus Bank Holidays.Healthcare package Free onsite parkingCycle to work scheme 

For more information on this role, please contact Paul Furlong on 01453 829789 or send a copy of your CV to paul.furlong@omegaresource.co.uk

Candidates who are currently a Manual Grinder, CNC Miller, CNC Turner, CNC Operator or Manufacturing engineer may be suitable for this position

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

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Job title: Commissioning Engineer

Role Type: Permanent

Salary: £55,000 per annum

Location: Worcestershire  

We are currently recruiting for a Commissioning Engineer to join our client's growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with automation and testing systems, commissioning complex engineering projects both across the UK and internationally.

Are you interested in:

Working on cutting-edge automation and control systemsUK and international travel with a variety of customer projectsHands-on commissioning, testing and fault-finding activitiesCollaborating with automation, software and test engineering teamsDelivering innovative engineering solutions to global customersA technically challenging role with excellent development opportunities

What you'll be doing:

Commissioning plant, machinery and site systems to ensure safe, efficient operationCalibrating and setting up electrical, mechanical and electronic data acquisition systemsCarrying out PID tuning of control loops including speed, torque and temperature controlTesting and validating bespoke automation software alongside development engineersConfiguring automated test sequences within flexible control systemsConducting test runs, gathering results and verifying performance against specificationFollowing commissioning procedures and completing all required checksProducing commissioning schedules alongside site management teamsSupporting customer sign-off activities and ensuring system functionality requirements are metDelivering customer training on the operation of supplied equipmentUndertaking fault-finding, calibration and service visits when requiredWorking closely with internal test and engineering departments throughout project delivery

What we need from you:

Previous commissioning experience within automated machinery, industrial equipment or test systemsStrong electrical, mechanical and control systems knowledgeExperience calibrating, testing and fault finding complex equipmentUnderstanding of PID tuning and control systems would be advantageousAbility to plan and organise workloads effectivelyStrong communication skills and experience working directly with customersSelf-motivated with a proactive, solution-focused approachAble to work independently and consistently deliver to project deadlinesPassionate about engineering and delivering high-quality resultsFull willingness to travel within the UK and internationally

How to Apply

If this role sounds of interest to you, please feel free to reach out to Charlie Boulton using the details below:

01453 852544

charlie.boulton@omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.