Automation Engineer
Posted Today by Maclivaro Limited
£24 Per hour
Outside
Undetermined
Blackpool, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Junior Automation Engineer role focuses on supporting and optimizing manufacturing systems within a regulated medical device environment. The position is ideal for engineers seeking to advance their careers and involves working with various automation technologies. Responsibilities include system validation, database management, and collaboration with engineering teams. This is a 12-month contract classified as outside IR35.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support, maintain, and optimize manufacturing systems within a regulated medical device environment.
- Work with a range of automation and control technologies, including PLCs, camera inspection systems, and factory automation infrastructure.
- Perform computer system validation activities in compliance with applicable regulations.
- Configure, manage, and maintain manufacturing databases and IT network integrations.
- Interpret and work from engineering drawings to support system upgrades, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure systems meet regulatory requirements, including 21 CFR Part 11.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams.
Key Skills:
- Technical degree or background (Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or similar).
- Experience with manufacturing systems and factory automation.
- Hands-on controls and PLC experience (Rockwell preferred).
- Experience with camera or vision systems.
- Knowledge of computer system validation, database configuration, and IT networks.
- Strong understanding of the automation pyramid and system integration.
- Previous experience in the medical device sector is highly advantageous.
Salary (Rate): £24.00/hr
City: Blackpool
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Job Title: Junior Automation Engineer ( Medical Devices) Outside IR35
Location: Leeds
Industry: Medical Device Manufacturing
12 month contract - Outside IR35
We are seeking a junior Automation Engineer to support a leading medical device organisation. These roles are ideal for engineers looking to take the next step in their career or pursue a new challenge in 2026.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support, maintain, and optimize manufacturing systems within a regulated medical device environment.
- Work with a range of automation and control technologies, including PLCs, camera inspection systems, and factory automation infrastructure.
- Perform computer system validation activities in compliance with applicable regulations.
- Configure, manage, and maintain manufacturing databases and IT network integrations.
- Interpret and work from engineering drawings to support system upgrades, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure systems meet regulatory requirements, including 21 CFR Part 11.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams.
Required Skills & Experience:
- Technical degree or background (Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or similar).
- Experience with manufacturing systems and factory automation.
- Hands-on controls and PLC experience (Rockwell preferred).
- Experience with camera or vision systems.
- Knowledge of computer system validation, database configuration, and IT networks.
- Strong understanding of the automation pyramid and system integration.
- Previous experience in the medical device sector is highly advantageous.
What We’re Looking For:
Junior engineers with a strong technical foundation and eagerness to grow. If you are ready to take on an exciting challenge and advance your career in 2026, we’d love to hear from you.