Automation Engineer (PLC Programming)

Company: Rise Technical
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Location: Shaftesbury
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will maintain and improve on-site automation and controls systems to support efficient manufacturing. You will work within an established, people-focused company that values development and long-term career progression. You’ll own automation improvements, handle complex breakdowns, and contribute to design/commissioning projects as the go-to automation specialist. The position offers stability, structured reviews, and a Monday–Friday schedule with opportunities to advance as the business grows.

Pay / Benefits

  • Autonomy
  • Technical Training
  • Days
  • Bonus (Up To 4%)
  • Pension

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and improve on-site automation & controls systems (PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, frequency drives) in a factory environment
  • Assist with complex breakdowns, continuous improvement, and automation-led projects including design, installation, and commissioning
  • Work Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:30 with no call-outs
  • Support process/plant design and commissioning projects
  • Become the on-site automation specialist and contribute to future capability growth

Key requirements

  • Siemens and/or Mitsubishi PLC programming experience
  • Qualified in an engineering discipline
  • Comfortable supporting automation systems on site and communicating within an engineering team
  • clear communication
  • ownership mindset
  • team collaboration
  • Siemens PLC programming
  • Mitsubishi PLC programming
  • HMI and SCADA systems

Posted: September 14th, 2026