Position: Automation Engineer

Pay rate: £37.00 p/h inside IR35. (Entitled to paid overtime over 35 hours at a premium rate - 25% Mon-Fri and 50% Sat-Sun
20% shift uplift for working shifts)

location: Broughton, Chester

Role Type: Contract until Dec 2025 with an extension

Position: Onsite

We are seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to join the Manufacturing Technologies team at a leading aerospace organisation. This role focuses on supporting and deploying advanced automated machinery for the assembly of aircraft wing structures and sub-assemblies.

Key Responsibilities:

Deploy and support automated assembly systems including Cartesian machines, CNCs, industrial robots, and cobots
Define requirements for new machinery and develop innovative automated assembly processes
Manage automation projects from concept through to implementation
Provide technical support on machine performance, cutter/drill/router usage, and process improvement

Skills & Experience Required:

Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
Strong background in automation and/or robotics
Understanding of aerospace production processes and REACH legislation
Proficient in digital tools and data/statistical analysis (e.g., Minitab, Skywise)
Experience with project management and structured problem-solving methods (e.g., PPS)
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in driving innovation and efficiency in aerospace manufacturing. Apply now to be part of a high-performance engineering team.