Technical Engineer/Automation Engineer/Controls Engineer
Posted Today by Owen Daniels
Negotiable
Outside
Onsite
Birmingham
Summary: Our client, a leading automotive manufacturing business, seeks an experienced Technical Engineer/Automation Engineer/Controls Engineer to support advanced automated production lines. The role requires a strong background in complex manufacturing environments and the ability to deliver technical solutions across automated processes. The position offers a flexible contract with competitive hourly rates and potential for extension. The successful candidate will act as the technical lead for automated manufacturing processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the technical lead for automated manufacturing processes across multiple production stages.
- Work with internal teams, customers, and suppliers to deliver efficient and high-quality manufacturing solutions.
- Develop quality systems, define FAT/SAT criteria, and resolve shop floor/process issues.
- Support new production line development, technology selection, and process optimisation.
- Lead problem-solving activities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Skills:
- 5+ years' experience in automated manufacturing environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with PLCs (Siemens, Beckhoff).
- Understanding of continuous processes, materials conversion, and packaging.
- Ability to communicate technical information clearly and work in fast-paced environments.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Desirable: Knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001, FMCG experience.
Salary (Rate): £55.00 Hourly
City: Birmingham
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Other
Our client, a leading automotive manufacturing business, is looking for an experienced Technical Engineer/Automation Engineer/Controls Engineer to support advanced automated production lines. The successful candidate will have a strong background in complex manufacturing environments and a proven ability to deliver technical solutions across automated processes.Contract - Outside IR35 or PERM available.Flexible hourly rates - initial 6-month contract with strong potential for extension Salary Dependent on experience Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm, Friday 8am - 2pmBirminghamSite based Technical Engineer/Automation Engineer/Controls Engineer Job Description Act as the technical lead for automated manufacturing processes across multiple production stages. Work with internal teams, customers, and suppliers to deliver efficient and high-quality manufacturing solutions. Develop quality systems, define FAT/SAT criteria, and resolve shop floor/process issues. Support new production line development, technology selection, and process optimisation. Lead problem-solving activities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Technical Engineer/Automation Engineer/Controls Engineer Essential Skills/Experience/Qualifications 5+ years' experience in automated manufacturing environments Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Experience with PLCs (Siemens, Beckhoff) Understanding of continuous processes, materials conversion, and packaging Ability to communicate technical information clearly and work in fast-paced environments Full UK driving licence Desirable: Knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001FMCG experience Technical Engineer/Automation Engineer/Controls Engineer Company Benefits Flexible contract (Outside IR35)Competitive ratesLong-term opportunitiesWork on advanced automotive manufacturing projects