Process Automation Engineer

Ab Inbev; Preston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company in the UK is seeking a Process Automation Engineer to maintain and develop automation systems. The role involves supporting PLC and SCADA systems, troubleshooting issues, and improving operational performance. The ideal candidate has an ONC/HNC in Engineering and experience in technical services. Key skills include problem solving and effective communication. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical services engineering support role.
• Ability to manage significant change issues effectively.
• Familiarity with packaging and production processes.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance and development of automation systems.
• Provide fault finding support for PLC and SCADA systems.
• Manage automation capital request processes.

Skills

Technical services experience

Problem solving

Manufacturing principles

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

ONC/HNC in Engineering discipline

Job description

Process Automation Engineer page is loaded## Process Automation Engineerlocations: United Kingdom Prestontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 10 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: February 28, 2026 (19 days left to apply)job requisition id: 30092448Seniority Level:**Key Tasks:**The job requires the consistent execution of routine tasks (daily / weekly / monthly) to support the organisation in the efficient and effective maintenance and development of the process automation systems to enable the smooth operation of the site to meet production requirements.**Accountabilities:*** Development, support and maintenance of the process automation systems on site* Provision of maintenance and fault finding support for PLC software, hardware, SCADA, process communication networks, automation server hardware and operating systems across site and carrying out of development and upgrades to these systems as required* Provision of maintenance and fault finding support of control & instrumentation and carrying out of development and upgrades to these systems as required* Provision of emergency maintenance support for PLC hardware and operating systems, SCADA and view nodes hardware and operating systems and process communication networks, server hardware and operating systems issues (This will require working the Department out of hours call out rota)* Analysis of data for downtime and development of solutions to eliminate reoccurring issues that impact on Production activities, ensuring follow up on innovation activities* Development of automation owned data management systems to supply the required information to allow analysis and improvement of Site KPIs* Development of data capture systems from plant to allow reporting systems to be developed* Development and implementation of software version control procedures for site* Provision of support to departmental operational performance through daily, weekly and monthly KPIs (MCRS)* Development and implementation of improvement initiatives in line with Departmental strategy to deliver KPI improvement and cost reduction* Provision of automation support during development and commissioning of Capex projects* Maintenance of conformance with site automation standards during Capex projects* Management of automation capital request process from RIA to implementation stage* Provision of compliance with corporate automation standards within department* Definition and implementation of site automation standards for hardware and software and URS / FDS development* Liaison with ZBS on automation audits* Evaluation and implementation of spare part procedures for automation equipment* Support for site departments in problem solving* Attendance at daily meetings and ITFs as required and management of ITF action implementation* Management of interface with equipment suppliers in co-ordination with Brewery Support in relation to the site automation activities* Delivery of cost optimisation across all areas of the department /site as per departmental strategy* Management of compliance with and help in creating SOP’s for department* Development and implementation of automation training packages to uplift the skill level of the Technical Services shift teams on Automation syst**Key Skills, Knowledge & Competencies:*** ONC/HNC in Engineering discipline* Experience of technical services in a engineering support role* Experience of managing significant change issues* Excellent knowledge of manufacturing principles, tools and techniques* Good record of delivering process improvement* Sound knowledge of the packaging and production processes* Basic business sense* Good analytical and problem solving skills* Flexibility* Good writing and verbal communication skills* Able to challenge management and staff where appropriate on solutions* Results focused, and with strong attention to detail* Structured and systematic approach to delivering business solutions* Ability to work as part of a team, interacting effectively with a variety of departments and individuals* Leads by example, and lives the company’s values* Strong organisational skills with a structured and systematic approach, adhering to deadlines* Able to work on own initiative and prioritise workload effectively[](blob:https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/92328cc0-8084-4bf1-97ce-ca6b8e7dc434)0:00 / 0:52