Automation Engineer

Position: Automation Engineer

Pay rate: £37.00 p/h inside IR35. (Entitled to paid overtime over 35 hours at a premium rate - 25% Mon-Fri and 50% Sat-Sun
20% shift uplift for working shifts)

location: Broughton, Chester

Role Type: Contract until Dec 2025 with an extension

Position: Onsite

We are seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to join the Manufacturing Technologies team at a leading aerospace organisation. This role focuses on supporting and deploying advanced automated machinery for the assembly of aircraft wing structures and sub-assemblies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deploy and support automated assembly systems including Cartesian machines, CNCs, industrial robots, and cobots
• Define requirements for new machinery and develop innovative automated assembly processes
• Manage automation projects from concept through to implementation
• Provide technical support on machine performance, cutter/drill/router usage, and process improvement

Skills & Experience Required:

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Strong background in automation and/or robotics
• Understanding of aerospace production processes and REACH legislation
• Proficient in digital tools and data/statistical analysis (e.g., Minitab, Skywise)
• Experience with project management and structured problem-solving methods (e.g., PPS)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in driving innovation and efficiency in aerospace manufacturing. Apply now to be part of a high-performance engineering team.