Automation Engineer

Are you ready to lead the next wave of innovation HellermannTyton is seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team in Plymouth and help shape the future of smart manufacturing.

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location: Based in Plymouth, PL6 5XP

Salary: Competitive

Working Hours: Monday - Thursday: 08:30 - 17:00 and Friday: 08:30 - 14:30

About Us:

At HellermannTyton, we're more than just a leading manufacturer - we're a trusted global partner in cable management, data connectivity, and network infrastructure solutions.

Since 1935, our mission has been to provide innovative solutions for all cable management needs - with customer satisfaction as our priority. Our portfolio includes more than 75,000 items, and we operate 15 world-class manufacturing facilities in 38 countries, employing over 6,000 people.

You will be joining a business with ambitious growth plans, currently undergoing a period of change to enhance our performance and seize every opportunity for greater success. We strive to be elite and are looking for individuals who share this vision.

Automation Engineer- The Role:

This role has a dual focus:

- Provide day-to-day support for moulding equipment controls, software, and systems to ensure production continuity

- Lead the site's journey into automation, driving improvements in safety, efficiency, quality, and compliance

You will play a key role in developing and delivering our automation strategy, while ensuring existing systems remain reliable, validated, and compliant with ISO9001 and other global standards.

Automation Engineer- Key Responsibilities:

- Fault-finding, maintaining, and improving control systems (Allen Bradley, Omron, Siemens)

- Provide rapid response to breakdowns, ensuring permanent resolutions are implemented

- Maintain site control of all software, system specifications, and version control

- Specify, design, and implement new automation solutions for rubber moulding processes

- Lead automation projects from concept to validation, including supplier engagement, FAT/SAT, and handover to operations

- Develop machine-to-system connectivity (MES/ERP/SCADA) to enhance traceability, data capture, and compliance

- Conduct software and process validation for new and existing equipment in line with ISO9001 and other regulatory standards

- Ensure all changes follow robust change control and are fully documented for audit readiness

- Identify risks from obsolescence and lead mitigation or upgrade programs

Automation Engineer- You:

- HNC (or higher) in Electrical / Control / Automation Engineering

- Proven experience programming and fault-finding on PLC and automated equipment

- Track record of delivering automation or controls projects in a regulated manufacturing environment (medical, food, aerospace or similar)

- Experience of process and product validation

- Strong understanding of control systems, networks, and HMIs

- Knowledge of software lifecycle management and change control

- Strong organisational skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels

Benefits:

- Enhanced annual leave

- Enhanced family-friendly leave policies

- An enhanced sick pay scheme

- Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support, including access to counselling, an employee assistance programme, mortgage brokering services, and additional resources for you and your family

- Free on-site car parking

- Subsidised canteen facilities at our larger locations

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List for recruitment agencies and are not currently seeking additional partners. Any CVs submitted speculatively by agencies outside of our PSL will be treated as a gift, and no fees will be payable.

If you're driven by problem-solving, passionate about automation, and ready to be part of a company that's transforming how things are made submit your CV for this Automation Engineer opportunity by clicking 'Apply' now