Automation Engineer

Proven experience delivering automation and controls projects from concept through commissioning (essential)

Experience managing contractors, project budgets, schedules and technical specifications (desirable)

Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience (essential)

Six Sigma Yellow Belt or equivalent (desirable)

Experience working within a manufacturing environment (essential)

Knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies and problem-solving tools (essential)

Experience working within ISO9001 and/or IATF16949 environments (desirable)

Responsibilities

Ensure all automation, controls and electrical systems comply with site safety standards and legal requirements

Lead machinery safety assessments, electrical safety improvements and Management of Change (MOC) activities

Support incident investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Promote safe working practices, permit-to-work compliance, LOTO and contractor safety management

Develop and maintain control systems that support consistent product quality and process stability

Investigate process and equipment issues using root cause analysis and implement permanent solutions

Support quality improvement initiatives through automation and data-driven process control

Ensure all automation changes are documented, tested and validated in line with quality requirements

Identify and implement automation solutions that reduce waste, energy consumption and operating costs

Support preventive maintenance strategies to minimise unplanned downtime and repair costs

Manage automation project budgets and ensure effective use of engineering resources

Drive efficiency improvements through equipment optimisation and process standardisation

Improve equipment reliability, OEE and manufacturing throughput through automation and controls improvements

Lead automation and capital projects from design through commissioning and handover

Provide technical support to minimise downtime and restore production quickly during equipment failures

Work with operations teams to identify and remove process bottlenecks

Drive continuous improvement initiatives using automation, data analysis and engineering best practices

Identify opportunities for new technologies and digital solutions to improve manufacturing performance

Develop and maintain PLC, HMI and SCADA systems to support operational excellence

Contribute to site improvement roadmaps and long-term engineering strategies

Provide technical leadership and expertise across automation, controls and electrical systems

Coach and support maintenance and operations teams in fault finding and equipment operation

Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, contractors and equipment supplier

Support skills development and knowledge sharing to improve overall engineering capability