We are currently recruiting 2 experienced PLC Controls Engineers for a major automotive manufacturing and industrial automation project in Dagenham.
This is a hands-on commissioning role for experienced engineers who can hit the ground running in a live manufacturing environment, troubleshoot complex faults, modify PLC software and bring automated production equipment online.
Role Details
Position: PLC Controls Engineer – Contractor
Location: Dagenham
Rate: £40–£50 per hour – Outside IR35
Hours: Monday–Friday, 07:30–16:00
Contract: Contractor
Vacancies: 2
The Role
You will be working directly on production-line equipment and automated stations as part of a major automotive automation project.
The role will include:
Siemens S7 PLC programming and commissioning
Downloading and commissioning software onto live production equipment
Testing sequences, safety circuits, I/O and automated processes
Modifying existing PLC programs and writing new code where required
Diagnosing PLC, controls and runtime faults
Troubleshooting software and hardware issues during commissioning
Working to required FAST standards
Clearing snags and fault logs
Optimising station operation and cycle times
Supporting the safe commissioning and handover of production cells
Working closely with electrical, mechanical, hardware and site teams
Essential Experience
We are looking for engineers with:
Strong experience with Siemens Classic S7 / STEP 7 v5.x
Extensive experience using SIMATIC Manager
Proven experience in live-plant automotive commissioning
Strong PLC fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
Ability to modify existing PLC code and develop/write new code
Confidence working independently in a fast-paced production environment
Strong practical knowledge of industrial automation and commissioning
Please note: This role is primarily STEP 7 / SIMATIC Manager, rather than TIA Portal.
Desirable Experience
Ford FAST standards
Profibus and Profinet
Basic HMI integration
Automotive OEM commissioning experience
Don't have direct FAST experience? You may still be considered if you have extensive high-level commissioning experience on major automotive OEM projects such as Jaguar Land Rover, BMW or VAG, working to comparable controls and software standards.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for experienced, commissioning-focused Controls Engineers who are comfortable working independently and can diagnose problems quickly, modify PLC code and get production equipment running.
If you have strong Siemens S7 / STEP 7 experience, a background in automotive automation and proven live-production commissioning experience, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply now with your latest CV and details of your PLC commissioning experience.
Click Apply or send your CV directly to
Suzanne: (phone number removed)
Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Sponsorship is not provided.
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Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
Salary description
£40.00 - £50.00 per hour