SYNTEGON

Life sciences

AutomationEngineer

£55–75k ~AI est. Bristol, England, United Kingdom FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Automation Engineer at SYNTEGON. Skills: Automation Engineering, PLC programming, Control systems. Design control systems. Program control systems”

Industry & Context.

Life sciences
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Decision-making

Eligibility Requirements

Willing to travel, Valid passport, Driving licence

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

HNC or equivalent qualification, Practical, hands-on engineering experience

Nice to Have

Vocational education is an advantage

What You'll Do.

Design control systems

Program control systems

Commission control systems

Ensure solutions meet standards

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

International team

Full Job Description

Syntegon Telstar S.R.U is a company belonging to the Syntegon Group, which operates worldwide with 7,300 colleagues at 49 locations in over 20 countries.is a company belonging to the Syntegon Group, which operates worldwide. As a brand specialising in the development of GMP consulting, engineering, construction and integrated process equipment projects, we serve companies linked to the life sciences market (pharmaceutical and biotechnology, healthcare, cosmetics, veterinary and food industries), as well as hospitals, laboratories and research centres. We also offer solutions using vacuum and high vacuum technologies for traditional and high-tech industries in the energy and aerospace sectors, as well as scientific experimentation. Apply now and become part of our team! At Syntegon, we develop intelligent and sustainable packaging solutions that make a real impact worldwide. As an Automation Engineer , you will play a key role in designing, programming, and commissioning advanced control systems for our high-tech packaging machines—both in-house and at customer sites around the globe. In this role, you will be involved throughout the full lifecycle of our machines. From software development to commissioning, you ensure that our solutions meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance. ## Qualifications Knowledge and skills * Experience with PLC programming using Ladder Logic, FBD, or Structured Text (Rockwell, Beckhoff). * HNC or equivalent qualification (vocational education is an advantage). * Strong understanding of power and control circuits. * Ability to produce 2D electrical wiring diagrams using tools such as AutoCAD or EPLAN. * Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills. * Practical, hands-on engineering experience. Key qualities * A true team player with a structured and efficient way of working. * Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, international environment. * Willing to travel occasionally, both domestically and international

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