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Automation Engineer Paddock Wood - Field-Based covering the UK 38,000 - 45,000 + Overtime Monday to Friday 7.30 am - 4 pm (40hpw) KHR are working with a well-established and innovative engineering business that is seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to join its growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys working directly with customers, commissioning machinery, troubleshooting technical issues, and delivering high-quality service support across a variety of industrial environments. The Role The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, servicing, and support of specialist automated machinery at customer sites throughout the UK, with occasional travel within Europe. This is a predominantly field-based position offering a varied workload, customer interaction, and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technology. Key Responsibilities - Install and commission machinery at customer sites - Carry out service, maintenance, and breakdown support visits - Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control system faults - Deliver operator training to customer personnel - Liaise with customers regarding installation schedules, servicing requirements, and technical support - Complete detailed site reports and service documentation - Participate in internal project and design review meetings - Ensure all site visits are fully prepared, including equipment, parts, and documentation Candidate Requirements - Engineering qualification (Degree, HND, NVQ, BTEC or equivalent) - Full UK Driving Licence - Proven experience within an automation, machinery, or manufacturing environment - Strong electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic fault-finding skills - Experience configuring robots and programming movement patterns - Excellent communication and customer-facing skills - Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively - Experience with PLCs and HMIs - Knowledge of servo systems, VFDs, remote I/O, Ethernet, and Profibus networks (desirable) - Understanding of machinery control systems and automation software What's on Offer? - Salary of 38,000 - 42,000 depending on experience - Overtime paid at time and a half (circa 15 hours per month) - Pension - Annual Leave (increasing with service) - Company Van, Fuel Card, Company Mobile At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a "clean" copy in Word. Thank you. KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR - Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd Keep in touch with us online for job alerts, industry updates and market

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with an exciting opportunity in the manufacturing industry? This is your chance to join a global leader in innovation and precision engineering. The role of Controls and Automation Engineer offers not only a dynamic and rewarding work environment but also excellent career development prospects, a competitive benefits package, and the chance to work on cutting-edge projects that make a real difference. What You Will Do: - Develop, test, and maintain Mitsubishi PLC programs for both new and existing equipment. - Design, install, and commission electrical control systems for advanced machinery and automation equipment. - Troubleshoot and diagnose faults in PLC systems and associated control panels to ensure smooth operations. - Ensure all systems comply with electrical standards and safety regulations, maintaining the highest levels of safety. - Provide technical training and support to colleagues and operators, sharing your expertise in control systems. - Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including schematics and operational procedures. What You Will Bring: - Proven experience in PLC programming, particularly with Mitsubishi systems, and electrical control system design. - A solid understanding of electrical standards such as IEC, NEC, and CE. - Hands-on experience in automation and control systems within manufacturing or industrial environments. - Strong problem-solving skills, coupled with excellent communication and teamwork abilities. - Relevant certifications, such as Electrical Certifications or Mitsubishi PLC qualifications, are highly desirable. This role is pivotal to the company's success, as it supports the design, maintenance, and optimisation of advanced machine tools and automation systems. Your expertise will directly contribute to delivering high-quality solutions that maintain the company's reputation as a leader in its field. Location: The role is based in onsite in Worcester, offering a fantastic opportunity to work in a thriving and accessible location. Interested?: If you're ready to take on the challenge of becoming a Controls and Automation Engineer, don't wait! Apply today to join a company that values innovation and excellence. This is your opportunity to shine in a role that truly makes an impact. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

How do you feel playing your part in delivering critical engineering and infrastructure services to some of the Uk s biggest Energy and Utilities companies? If you feel you can offer your experience in Control Systems and PLC programming then this is the right role for you! We re seeking Control Systems Engineer to join our engineering team. In this role, you ll be responsible for the design, development, programming, and maintenance of industrial control systems across a range of automation projects. If you have hands-on experience with PLC programming and HMI development, this is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge systems in a dynamic and growing company. Job Responsibilities: Design and develop control systems for industrial automation projects. Program and configure PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, etc.). Design and implement HMI/SCADA interfaces. Participate in system integration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting. Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software teams to ensure seamless project execution. Prepare technical documentation, including functional design specifications and manuals. Provide support during site installations and upgrades. Experienced required: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Control Systems, or a related field. Proven experience with PLC programming and HMI development. Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP). Experience with SCADA systems is a plus.