Automation Engineer

Location: Bridgnorth

Hours: 46 hours per week. Night shift, Monday to Thursday (18:00 - 06:00)

Salary: Up to £56k inclusive of shift allowance. Dependent on experience

Do you have maintenance experience in automation systems, robotics, and PLC technology? Looking for your next big challenge? Join our Automation team and help support the production of world-leading innovations in the automotive industry.

Who are we?

At Grainger & Worrall, we specialise in producing complex cast and precision-machined solutions for pioneering technologies across diverse industries, including automotive, aerospace, defence, motorsport, and more, highlighting our versatility and commitment to driving future technology development and decarbonising mobility.

Driven by a team of talented and experienced engineers and specialists, we push boundaries and innovate to bring cutting-edge ideas to life.

We work with leading manufacturers of high-performance vehicles, helping them turn their ambitious designs and vision into reality. Through the expertise of our team and state-of-the-art facilities which combines cutting-edge engineering with advance manufacturing processes, we deliver high-performance components tailored to meet the demanding requirements of our clients’ innovative applications.

About the role:

We’re looking for an Automation Engineer to play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of engineering projects. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to make a real impact within a growing and collaborative team.

What you’ll be doing:

• Drive the maintenance and improvement of automated production cells
• Build and lead technical understanding of equipment to develop the team’s technical knowledge and expertise to support problem solving & fault-finding capabilities
• Modernise PLC platforms and integrated control systems
• Integrate technology within new and existing systems
• Be a subject matter expert for equipment and processes

Who we’re looking for:

You’ll have existing experience of reactive and ppm maintenance of PLC systems with the ability to read, interoperate and write PLC code in various languages

It would be great if you also have:

• Experience with Automation cells and semi-automated equipment including robotics
• Comprehensive knowledge of production / manufacturing techniques
• Experience working in a mid to high volume manufacturing environment
• Ability to travel to site

What you 'll get:

We’ll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your skills and further your career. We’ll work with you to develop your personal professional development plan, tailored to your goals and ambitions.

In addition, you’ll get the following benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to purchase more holiday days after your first year.
• Westfield Health Insurance
• Gym membership
• Company pension
• Free onsite parking
• Additional shift bonus (where applicable)
• Family Ironbridge Pass

What to expect:

At Grainger & Worrall, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence.

Joining our team means being part of a culture that values positivity, adaptability, and teamwork. We strive to innovate and improve, ensuring everyone shares in our success.

We’re committed to supporting applicants with disabilities and we’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to suit your needs. If you require any adjustments or additional support, please let us know.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £42,000.00-£56,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Night shift
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 16817