Job Title: Automation Maintenance Engineer

Location: Manchester Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 Start Date: ASAP

About the Role: We are seeking a skilled Automation Maintenance Engineer to ensure the reliability and performance of our automated equipment and control systems. This hands-on role is perfect for engineers with a strong automation or electrical background who enjoy diagnosing faults, improving system performance, and working with PLC controlled machinery. Candidates from any industry with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities of Automation Maintenance Engineer

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated production and control systems

Diagnose and resolve issues with PLC controlled equipment, sensors, drives, and control panels

Support planned preventative maintenance and respond to breakdowns

Make PLC, HMI, and parameter adjustments as required

Identify and implement improvements to system reliability and performance

Collaborate with operations, engineering teams, and external contractors

Ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with site procedures

Complete maintenance records and technical reports

Skills & Experience:

Previous experience in maintenance, automation, or electrical engineering roles

Strong fault-finding skills on automated machinery and control systems

Knowledge of PLC based systems, including fault diagnosis and basic modification...