Current Vacancies

Controls and Automation Engineer :

Location: South Yorkshire

About SMS Machine Automation:
At SMS Machine Automation, we are proud to be at the heart of innovation in the factory automation sector. From enabling groundbreaking projects in clean energy to improving efficiencies in packaging lines, our mission is to empower businesses to achieve more through automation.
As a leading provider of mechatronic components, custom machine designs, control systems, servo control systems, and collaborative robots (cobots), we collaborate with many industries including automotive, food & beverage, packaging, and life sciences just to name a few. Our solutions help businesses maximize productivity, efficiency, and sustainability.
Who We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking a driven and dynamic individual to join our engineering team.

  • If you’re someone who thrives on achieving goals and has a strong desire to develop automation systems, we want to hear from you.
  • If you enjoy connecting with people and quickly building rapport, you’ll fit right in.
  • If you’re constantly seeking better ways to approach challenges and solutions and work with customers to increase value and reduce waste.
  • If you're someone who likes to visit and work hard to listen and understand what the customers value and then work hard to with the team to provide that value and meet your target.
The Role:
Your primary focus will be to work on the development of control systems and also support customer's advanced control systems. You would be working closely with machine and device manufacturers. You’ll be interacting with senior management, supply chain teams, and alongside other engineers to deliver automation solutions that add value to manufacturing operations.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Required:

    • Strong Programming skills, C++, Python, PLC Programming experience from architecture to deployment
    • Electrical control system design experience
    • Knowledge of machinery, sensors, process control

    Beneficial:

    • Knowledge of system development systems
    • Motion control experience/familiarity (servo motors, servo drives, inverters)
    • SFC, ST experience would be ideal
    • Robotics experience
    • Projects experience
    • Auto-Cad

    The Role

    Working as part of a small, multi-disciplined team, you will assist in delivering bespoke projects. These projects may include:

    • Full machine/production line specification, design, build, commission, and test
    • Retrofitting existing production equipment
    • Setting up proof of concept systems and demonstration equipment

    Daily activities will include:

    • Electrical control system design
    • Control system programming, test, and validation
    • Speaking to customers to get specifications and to give updates
    • Working with the sales team to help cost projects
    • Site visits to assist in the commissioning and test of machinery

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • Company pension
    • On-site parking
    • Private medical insurance

    Education:

    • Min - Bachelor's (required)

    Experience:

    • Automation : 5 years (required)
    • Electrical engineering: 5 years (required)

    Language:

    • English (required)
To be able to work in a fast paced environment where no two weeks are the same

 

  • We provide a 4 - 8 week training programme which aims to give you a strong technical understanding of our products and services and an idea of what you will encounter out on the road. However, this is only the start of your continued training and development which will take place throughout your career at SMS Machine Automation Ltd
What We’re Looking For:

  • Technical Aptitude: Ideal for individuals with a background in technical machines or a keen interest in machines.
  • People Skills: Ability to connect with customers and influence decision-makers.
  • Drive: A passion for achieving results and overcoming challenges.
  • Must be eligible to work in the UK
  • Must have a full driving licence, valid in the UK

What We Offer:
At SMS Machine Automation, we invest in our people by providing:

  • Comprehensive  technical product training, both in the classroom and on the job.
  • A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and innovation.
  • Private medical cover
  • 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
  • A salary sacrifice pension plan and other attractive benefits.
Selection Process:
Our hiring process includes:

  1. Initial Online Interview – A chance to introduce yourself and learn about the role.
  2. Online Testing – Assessing your aptitude and skills.
  3. Onsite Interview – A face-to-face meeting at SMS Machine Automation headquarters
  4. Team Interview - Spend a few hours with the existing sales team and engineers and a chance to ask further questions.
If you’re ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards you while contributing to the growth of cutting-edge automation solutions, apply now to join SMS Machine Automation at info@automation.co.uk