This is a hands-on role focused on PLC systems, electrical controls, automation and fault finding, supporting site reliability while driving improvements across automated production equipment.
The Role
* Fault find, diagnose and resolve PLC and automation issues
* Support and optimise electrical control systems
* Work with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLCs, including Logix platforms
* Maintain and troubleshoot servo drives, VFDs and inverters
* Drive automation and electrical continuous improvement projects
* Maintain electrical drawings, documentation and software backups
* Support engineers with complex electrical and controls faults
* Ensure electrical systems meet required safety and compliance standards
What We're Looking For
* HNC or equivalent in Electrical, Controls or Automation Engineering
* Electrical/Automation Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent experience
* Strong PLC programming and fault-finding skills
* Experience with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLCs
* Knowledge of servo drives, VFDs, inverters and industrial networks
* Manufacturing experience, ideally within a fast-paced automated environment
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, PLC Engineer or Electrical Controls Engineer looking to take ownership of automation and controls within a large manufacturing operation
Salary description
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year