Industrial Automation Engineer | Industrial Automation Engineer (m/f/d)

SwiftScout; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking an Industrial Automation Engineer flexible in either Manchester, UK, or Erkrath, Germany. This role focuses on the design, programming, and commissioning of advanced coating systems. The ideal candidate will have a university degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation Technology, alongside professional experience in PLC programming using Siemens S7 and Codesys. The position requires English proficiency and involves approximately 20% travel across Europe.

Qualifications

• University degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, Mechatronics, or equivalent qualification.
• First professional experience in PLC programming (Siemens S7 and Codesys).
• Fluent in professional English.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission advanced industrial coating systems.
• Create detailed visualizations using TIA Portal and Codesys.
• Conduct rigorous function tests and provide troubleshooting support.
• Handle technical consultation with global subsidiaries and sales teams.

Skills

PLC programming

Siemens SIMATIC S7

Codesys

TIA Portal

Education

University degree in Electrical Engineering

University degree in Automation Technology

University degree in Mechatronics

Job description

Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions is seeking an Industrial Automation Engineer to design, program, and commission advanced industrial coating systems. Based flexibly in either Erkrath, Germany, or Manchester, UK, this role focuses on the programming and project planning of PLC control systems, specifically utilizing Siemens SIMATIC S7 and Codesys. Key responsibilities include creating detailed visualizations using TIA Portal (WinCC flexible/Advanced) and Codesys Visualisation, conducting rigorous function tests, and providing essential troubleshooting support. You will also handle technical consultation and clarification with global subsidiaries, sales teams, and external customers. Candidates must possess a university degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or Mechatronics, and mandatory professional experience in the specified PLC programming environments. Professional English skills are essential, and the role requires a willingness to travel approximately 20% across Europe.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, Mechatronics, or equivalent qualification (e.g., certified technician)

Experience

• • First professional experience in PLC programming (Siemens S7 and Codesys development system)

Languages

Additional

• Valid driving license; No travel restrictions within Europe; Willingness to travel approximately 20% per year; Must be based in Erkrath, Germany, or Manchester, UK.