Automation Engineer

Position: Automation Engineer (Permanent)
Location: North Yorkshire

We are seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to support and enhance the automation systems within a high-speed manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, modifying, and improving Siemens PLC programs using Siemens TIA Portal, ensuring production equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys troubleshooting complex automation systems and delivering continuous improvements within a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities:

* Maintain, troubleshoot, and modify Siemens PLC programs using TIA Portal across production machinery and automated systems.

* Diagnose and resolve automation, control, and communication faults to minimise production downtime.

* Support upgrades, improvements, and optimisation of existing automation systems.

* Implement software changes, edits, and version control within PLC and HMI systems.

* Work closely with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to resolve technical issues.

* Produce and maintain clear technical documentation for PLC programs and system changes.

Requirements:

* Experience working with Siemens PLCs (S7 series) and TIA Portal in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

* Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills in PLC-controlled machinery.

* Knowledge of industrial networks and communications (e.g., Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP or similar).

* Experience with HMI/SCADA systems within TIA Portal.

* Understanding of electrical control systems and automation hardware