Automation Engineer

Initial 3-month contract, with strong potential to extend to 6 months

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, who is looking for experienced Automation Engineers to join a fast-paced, multi-site automation programme across the UK and Europe.

You will work alongside the client’s in-house engineering and controls teams, supporting PLC code development, implementation, commissioning, testing and continuous improvement across a network of highly automated sites.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Automation or Controls Engineer to join a high-performing team delivering complex, high-impact projects.

Frequent travel across France and possibly other EU locations (if required).

What You'll Be Doing

• Developing, testing and commissioning PLC code using Siemens TIA Portal
• Supporting fault-finding and troubleshooting on live automated systems
• Leading and contributing to process improvement initiatives
• Integrating and migrating code across Siemens TIA Portal versions
• Supporting the deployment and commissioning of new automation projects
• Acting as a key technical point of contact within a skilled team of contractors and permanent engineers

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years’ experience coding and commissioning in Siemens TIA
• Strong working knowledge of Siemens TIA Portal (version 16 and above)
• Experience troubleshooting complex issues across Controls, Fieldbus (Profinet, Profibus, ASi) and IT platforms
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex technical issues to a range of stakeholders
• Strong project management, organisation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and teams
• Good written and verbal English
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
• Sound knowledge of machine safety regulations and safe working practices
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently across France and potentially other EU locations (if required).
• Knowledge of the Ignition platform for building SCADA/HMI systems
• Familiarity with SCADA and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) concepts
• Ability to analyse performance metrics to drive process optimisation
• Experience leading a change management process