Automation Engineer

Overview

As an Automation Engineer, you will own site PLC platforms (primarily Allen Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix) and support other PLCs, robotics, and vision systems to drive reliability. You’ll lead structured root cause analysis, implement long-term fixes, and enforce PLC standards with robust governance. You will integrate PLCs with SCADA/MES, support capital projects from spec to validation, and collaborate with IT on networks and safety systems. This role offers hands-on impact across equipment, data integrity, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimise PLC platforms across AB, Siemens, Omron, and Mitsubishi
• Support robotics systems from ABB, Fanuc, Mitsubishi
• Manage and improve vision systems (Keyence, Thingtrax)
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Develop and enforce PLC programming standards and governance
• Owner of backup/version control and change management
• Integrate PLC systems with SCADA/MES for data integrity and OEE reporting
• Support capital projects from specification to commissioning and validation
• Collaborate with IT on network infrastructure and machine safety systems
• Provide coaching and guidance to engineers to build automation capability site-wide

Key requirements

• Experience with Allen Bradley/Rockwell Studio 5000
• Experience with Siemens, Omron, or Mitsubishi PLCs
• Knowledge of robotics systems (ABB, Fanuc, Mitsubishi)
• Experience with industrial protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, RS232/485)
• Experience integrating PLC with SCADA/MES platforms
• Strong fault-finding and root cause analysis skills
• Experience with machine safety principles and safety PLCs
• Experience with vision systems (Keyence, Thingtrax) is desirable
• Fast-paced food manufacturing experience desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally

• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
• Detail-oriented with documentation discipline
• Cross-functional collaboration and communication
• AB Rockwell Studio 5000
• Siemens/Omron/Mitsubishi PLCs
• Robot systems (ABB, Fanuc, Mitsubishi)

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