Technical Controls and Automation Engineer

Pay: £65,000.00-£72,000.00 per year

Job Description:

Technical Controls and Automation Engineer
Banbury (Site-Based) | £65,000–£70,000 + Benefits | Full-Time, Permanent

Aqumen Senior Appointments are proud to be partnering with a market-leading FMCG manufacturing business to appoint a high-calibre Multi-Skilled Engineering Technician.

This is a key site-based role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, suited to a technically strong engineer with advanced PLC fault-finding and programming capability.

The Opportunity

You will be responsible for delivering effective maintenance across plant, equipment, and facilities—ensuring maximum uptime, adherence to preventative maintenance schedules, and continuous improvement of manufacturing performance.

This role requires strong electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and controls expertise, alongside the ability to operate confidently in a regulated, hygiene-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults efficiently
• Lead PLC fault-finding and programming (Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley)
• Maintain and improve CMMS systems and maintenance records
• Support plant improvements and capital projects
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, hygiene, and food safety standards
• Coordinate contractors and issue permits where required
• Support factory start-ups and production optimisation
• Provide occasional support across other UK sites

Candidate Profile

• Time-served/apprentice-trained engineer
• HNC/HND/NVQ Level 3+ in Electrical & Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in FMCG or industrial manufacturing
• Advanced PLC competency (fault finding and programming essential)
• Strong understanding of instrumentation and process control systems
• Calm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skills
• Professional, proactive, and team-oriented

What’s on Offer

• £65,000–£70,000 basic salary
• Pension & life insurance
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site parking
• Structured, stable manufacturing environment

For a confidential discussion or to express interest, please apply directly or contact our retained search team.