Overview

Consult Pirbright, England, United Kingdom

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Location: Woking Area

Type: Full-Time, Contract (On-site)

We’re seeking an Automation Engineer to take on a newly created role that will directly impact production efficiency, compliance, and innovation. In this position, you’ll maintain and evolve site automation technologies - from production equipment to building systems - while collaborating with global teams and leading key projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine hands-on technical expertise with strategic project leadership in a dynamic, regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Innovation: Support small capital and expense projects that enhance automation capability in line with global standards.
• Maintain Systems: Troubleshoot and manage building automation systems, ensuring lifecycle management and compliance with site SOPs.
• Collaborate Globally: Work with international teams to deliver automation solutions and provide data to guide investment.
• Lead Projects: Act as the automation lead on projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support Operations: Minimise production downtime by supporting day-to-day automation needs, implementing CAPAs, and maintaining documentation such as network drawings and asset registers.
• Research & Train: Explore new technologies, adopt them effectively, and provide training to others post-implementation.

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Control Systems, plus 2+ years’ relevant experience.

Technical Skills:

• Low voltage controls (relays, safety circuits, drives).
• Device interfaces (sensors, IO modules, fieldbus, networking).
• PLC programming (ladder, function block, structured text).
• HMI/SCADA systems.

Additional Skills:

• Understanding of building automation systems.
• Strong communication and project management abilities.
• Basic awareness of OT cybersecurity.

Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with biopharmaceutical regulations and GMP is advantageous.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology and Manufacturing

Industries

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing