Controls and Automation Technician

Junior Controls & Automation Technician
Location: Wiltshire
Salary: £35-45K DOE
Contract: Permanent, Full Time

We are recruiting for a Junior Controls & Automation Technician to join an established manufacturing business, supporting the maintenance, development and improvement of automated production equipment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in electrical maintenance, automation or engineering who is looking to build their knowledge and develop a career in industrial controls and automation.

Working alongside an experienced technical team, you will gain exposure to a range of automated machinery, PLC-controlled systems, robotics and electrical control equipment, helping to keep production running efficiently while supporting equipment improvements and new technology.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the installation, maintenance and improvement of automated production machinery.
• Assisting with the diagnosis and repair of electrical and automation-related faults.
• Working with PLC-controlled equipment, HMIs, drives and industrial control systems.
• Supporting the maintenance and backup of PLC and robotic systems.
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings, wiring diagrams and technical information.
• Assisting with machinery upgrades, modifications and new equipment installations.
• Working alongside production, engineering and maintenance colleagues to minimise equipment downtime.
• Supporting testing and commissioning activities on new or modified machinery.
• Maintaining accurate technical records and following relevant health and safety requirements.

About You

We are interested in hearing from candidates who have some experience or a foundation in electrical engineering, automation or industrial maintenance and are keen to develop further.

You may have:

• Experience in an engineering, manufacturing or maintenance environment.
• An understanding of electrical systems, control panels and electrical circuits.
• Some exposure to PLCs, HMIs, drives or automated machinery.
• The ability to read electrical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• An interest in robotics, industrial automation and control systems.
• Basic knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• A willingness to learn new technologies and develop your technical knowledge.

An electrical or engineering qualification would be beneficial, but practical experience, enthusiasm and a genuine interest in automation are equally important.

The Opportunity

This is a good opportunity for someone at an early stage of their engineering career to develop specialist skills in industrial automation, working with experienced engineers and a variety of manufacturing technologies.

If you have a background in electrical maintenance or engineering and would like to move further into controls and automation, we would be interested in hearing from you.