Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Posted 7 days ago by Empresaria Group plc

Negotiable
Undetermined
Onsite
Greater Cheshire West and Chester Area

Summary: The Automation Engineer role based in Broughton, Chester, is an entry-level position focused on supporting and deploying automated machinery in the aerospace manufacturing sector. The successful candidate will work with various technologies, including CNC milling and industrial robots, while managing automation projects from concept to delivery. This position offers the potential for extension or conversion to a full-time role. Candidates passionate about automation and robotics are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support and deployment of automated machinery for aircraft wing structures and sub-assemblies
  • Work with a wide range of technologies: Cartesian machines, CNC milling, industrial robots, cobots
  • Define and develop new machinery and automated assembly processes
  • Provide expert-level technical support on cutter/drill/router applications
  • Manage automation projects from concept to delivery

Key Skills:

  • Degree in Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience
  • Strong background in automation and/or robotics
  • Familiarity with drilling, fastening, routering, and milling processes
  • Working knowledge of digital tools and data/statistical analysis (e.g., Minitab, Skywise)
  • Problem-solving ability using structured methods (e.g., PPS)

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: undetermined

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Entry Level

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Automation Engineer – Broughton, Chester (Onsite) 6-Month Contract | Potential Extension or conversion to full time

Aerospace Manufacturing | Robotics | Automation | CNC

Our client is seeking an entry level Automation Engineer to join a dynamic Manufacturing Technologies Team based in Broughton. If you’re passionate about automation, robotics, and cutting-edge assembly processes within the aerospace sector, this role could be a great fit.

Responsibilities:

  • Support and deployment of automated machinery for aircraft wing structures and sub-assemblies
  • Work with a wide range of technologies: Cartesian machines, CNC milling, industrial robots, cobots
  • Define and develop new machinery and automated assembly processes
  • Provide expert-level technical support on cutter/drill/router applications
  • Manage automation projects from concept to delivery

Key Skills & Experience:

  • Degree in Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience
  • Strong background in automation and/or robotics
  • Familiarity with drilling, fastening, routering, and milling processes
  • Working knowledge of digital tools and data/statistical analysis (e.g., Minitab, Skywise)
  • Problem-solving ability using structured methods (e.g., PPS)

If you're interested, please feel free to send your most recent CV to my email at Ozak@empresaria.com