As a field-based PLC / Service Engineer, you will work with a range of clients and suppliers across the UK to design, support, and improve PLC automation systems, as well as deliver brand-new installation projects. You will be involved in both controls development and hands-on engineering support, working in environments where clients may or may not have dedicated engineering teams.
No two weeks will be the same. The role includes remote PLC / systems support (phone/email/dial-in), on-site fault finding, inspections, commissioning support, and system improvements. Alongside this, there is a strong mechanical and process engineering element, including work on pumps, valves, pipework and sensor systems, and general plant maintenance activities.
Larger projects may involve subcontractors, meaning you will also take responsibility for project coordination and delivery support, including producing RAMS, method statements, and risk assessments for your work.
Key Responsibilities
Design, maintain, and improve PLC / SCADA systems
Work with PLC controllers (Allen Bradley ideally)
Diagnose electrical, software, and process-related faults
Provide remote and on-site technical support
Carry out mechanical and electrical work on pumps, valves, pipework, and sensors etc
Produce RAMS, method statements, and risk assessments
Support installation, commissioning, and upgrade projects
Liaise with clients, engineers, and subcontractors
Occasional overnight stays
Package
c£65,000 (depending on experience)
Company car
Bonus scheme
Home-based role with UK travel
About You
Apprenticeship trained or equivalent in Electrical / Engineering discipline
Strong PLC experience (ideally Allen-Bradley micro controllers )
SCADA / automation systems experience (ideally VT Scada)
Able to read, interpret, and draw electrical and mechanical schematics
Strong hands-on engineering background (industrial/process environments)
Comfortable working across both controls and mechanical systems
Experience in fluid handling / process plant highly advantageous
If you have the required skills and qualifications for the PLC / Service Engineer role and would relish an exciting challenge, please apply or contact Stuart Cooper for further details.
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Salary description
£60000.00 - £65000.00 per year