Hernshead Recruitment Ltd

We are seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to support and enhance the automation systems within a high-speed manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, modifying, and improving Siemens PLC programs using Siemens TIA Portal, ensuring production equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys troubleshooting complex automation systems and delivering continuous improvements within a fast-paced production environment. Key Responsibilities: Maintain, troubleshoot, and modify Siemens PLC programs using TIA Portal across production machinery and automated systems. Diagnose and resolve automation, control, and communication faults to minimise production downtime. Support upgrades, improvements, and optimisation of existing automation systems. Implement software changes, edits, and version control within PLC and HMI systems. Work closely with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to resolve technical issues. Produce and maintain clear technical documentation for PLC programs and system changes. Requirements: Experience working with Siemens PLCs (S7 series) and TIA Portal in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills in PLC-controlled machinery. Knowledge of industrial networks and communications (e.g., Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP or similar). Experience with HMI/SCADA systems within TIA Portal. Understanding of electrical control systems and automation hardware.

How do you feel playing your part in delivering critical engineering and infrastructure services to some of the Uk s biggest Energy and Utilities companies? If you feel you can offer your experience in Control Systems and PLC programming then this is the right role for you! We re seeking Control Systems Engineer to join our engineering team. In this role, you ll be responsible for the design, development, programming, and maintenance of industrial control systems across a range of automation projects. If you have hands-on experience with PLC programming and HMI development, this is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge systems in a dynamic and growing company. Job Responsibilities: Design and develop control systems for industrial automation projects. Program and configure PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, etc.). Design and implement HMI/SCADA interfaces. Participate in system integration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting. Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software teams to ensure seamless project execution. Prepare technical documentation, including functional design specifications and manuals. Provide support during site installations and upgrades. Experienced required: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Control Systems, or a related field. Proven experience with PLC programming and HMI development. Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP). Experience with SCADA systems is a plus.