Location: North of England (between Leeds and York)
Rate: £45 per hour (Outside IR35)
Contract Length: 8–12 weeks
Shift Pattern: Double day shift – 06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00
Start Date: Immediate
Overview
We are currently seeking two highly experienced PLC Programmers to support ongoing automation and machinery projects within a busy manufacturing environment in the North of England. These are short-term contract roles with an immediate start available.
The positions are suited to strong, hands-on automation engineers who are confident working in fast-paced industrial environments and delivering robust control system solutions under tight deadlines.
Role 1: Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 PLC Programmer
We are looking for a specialist with strong experience in:
* Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 development and commissioning
* Delivery of complex automation and control systems
* PLC programming, debugging, and optimisation
* Integration with industrial systems and field devices
* Working within multidisciplinary engineering teams
Candidates should have a proven track record of delivering complex automation projects from design through to commissioning, ideally within high-performance manufacturing or production environments.
Role 2: Allen Bradley Studio 5000 PLC Programmer
We are seeking an experienced Allen Bradley engineer with:
* Strong expertise in Studio 5000 / Logix 5000 PLC systems
* Background in packaging machinery or automated production lines
* PLC programming, fault finding, and system optimisation
* Experience with conveyors, robotics, or high-speed packaging systems
* Ability to diagnose and resolve live machine control issues efficiently
Candidate Requirements (Both Roles)
The ideal candidates will demonstrate:
* Significant experience across industrial automation and PLC systems
* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
* Experience within manufacturing, FMCG, packaging, or similar environments
* Ability to work independently and deliver to tight deadlines
* Strong communication skills when working with engineering and production teams
* A broad and diverse automation background is highly desirable
Working Pattern
* Double day shift rotation:
* 06:00 – 14:00
* 14:00 – 22:00
* Full-time on-site requirement
Package
* £45 per hour
* Outside IR35
* 8–12 week contract
* Immediate start available
* No expenses, all in rate
Additional Information
These are excellent opportunities for experienced PLC Programmers looking for well-paid short-term contract work within a technically challenging environment. Candidates with exposure to multiple PLC platforms and complex automation systems will be highly advantageous
Salary description
£45.00 - £46.00 per hour