Automation Engineer

Your core responsibilities include:

• Design and implement automated manufacturing processes to improve production efficiency and performance.
• Analyse production processes and identify opportunities to increase automation and optimise equipment utilisation.
• Collaborate with equipment suppliers to develop safe, efficient and high-quality manufacturing solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues within automated production equipment, PLC systems and manufacturing processes.
• Lead capital investment projects for new and upgraded equipment, ensuring clear return on investment and effective budget management.
• Support quotation activities, investment planning and manufacturing feasibility studies for new business opportunities.
• Work closely with Production Engineering and Maintenance teams to ensure successful introduction and handover of new automated systems.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including machine upgrades, process optimisation, OEE improvements and JIT activities.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including FMEA, process flow diagrams, control plans and APQP requirements.
• Define project targets, monitor performance and implement actions to maximise productivity, quality and operational efficiency.

Profile and Qualifications:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in PLC programming, fault finding and implementation of automated manufacturing systems (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Keyence or similar).
• Strong knowledge of robotics, pneumatic systems and mechanical equipment used in production environments.
• Experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies such as RCCA, DMAIC, PDCA, 5 Why and Fishbone Analysis.
• Knowledge of IATF-compliant production engineering documentation, including FMEA, control plans and process flow diagrams.
• Understanding of OEE, planned maintenance systems and spare parts management.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including capital investment planning and implementation.
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience within automotive and/or electronics manufacturing environments is highly desirable.

Salary

Your future workplace: Astemo Bolton

• Production of Air Flow Meters, Engine Control Units and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems.
• Over 100 employees.
• Benefits include Employer Pension, Private Medical Insurance, Sports & Social Fund, Flexitime, Early Finish Friday, Yearly Bonus Scheme, Flexible Holidays, Life Insurance, Additional Long Service Holiday Entitlement and Electric Vehicle Scheme.