automation-reliability-engineer
25 Days Old
A Major Tier 1 Manufacturer in the Automotive sector are looking for an Automation & Reliability Engineer to join the team on a double days shift at their impressive site in the Telford area
The ideal candidate will be a hard-working and adaptable Engineer with a strong technical background within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Operating in an Automotive Tier 1 environment and reporting into the Manufacturing Maintenance Manager, you will have strong continuous improvement and RCM abilities
This is a fantastic opportunity with a global company who supply to some of the biggest clients in the industry
Role: Automation & Reliability Engineer
Location: Telford
Salary: £53,912
Shift: Double Days
The key responsibilities of the Automation & Reliability Engineer role will be:
- Lead the implementation of condition-based monitoring systems to proactively predict and prevent equipment failures, improving asset reliability and overall performance.
- Drive root cause analysis initiatives to uncover underlying issues and deliver effective, long-term solutions that minimize downtime and boost productivity.
- Promote the adoption of automation technologies to modernize maintenance practices, supporting the company’s vision of a highly automated operation.
- Develop and manage a comprehensive reliability program incorporating advanced data analytics, control systems, and condition-based monitoring to anticipate maintenance requirements and enhance operational efficiency.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to design and implement control systems that improve process performance and safety standards.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across maintenance and engineering functions.
- Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor system health and drive improvements in MTTR and MTBF.
- Create, document, and standardize best practices in maintenance and reliability to ensure consistency and effective knowledge sharing across the organization.
- Deliver training and guidance to maintenance teams on new technologies and methodologies, strengthening overall departmental capability.
- Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives within Manufacturing Engineering, leveraging emerging technologies to solve complex technical challenges.
The key requirements of the Facilities Maintenance Engineer will be:
- Extensive experience in advanced root cause analysis and condition-based monitoring techniques, with a track record of improving equipment reliability.
- Proven ability to lead automation and control system projects within a manufacturing environment, delivering measurable performance improvements.
- Strong foundation in mechanical or electrical engineering, with a particular focus on reliability and maintenance strategies.
- Skilled in the use of CMMS and other maintenance management systems to enhance operational efficiency and support data-driven decision-making.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to diverse audiences and guide cross-functional teams.
- Dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
Please apply online or contact kieran.brookes@technical-network.co.uk for a confidential conversation
Executive Network Group, encompassing Technical Network, Network HR, HSE Network & Procurement People, sourcing mid to senior level management for automotive, aerospace, engineering and manufacturing industrial sectors, with a portfolio of services including executive search, advertising, MRO for permanent and interim contract recruitment services
- Location:
- Telford
- Salary:
- £52,000 - £53,912 per annum
- Job Type:
- FullTime
