Applications Engineer

Verto People; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK engineering company is seeking an Applications Engineer to lead automation projects across multiple industries. The role involves PLC programming, commissioning drives, and providing tailored control solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong background in motion control and will enjoy the opportunity for career progression. This position offers flexibility with remote work and travel across the UK.

Benefits

Company vehicle or car allowance

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Training and development

Career progression

Qualifications

• Experience as an Applications, PLC, or Automation Engineer.
• Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens or Rockwell).
• Strong understanding of drives, motors, and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Program and commission PLCs for automation projects.
• Set up and support drives, control panels, and motor systems.
• Provide technical support on-site and remotely.

Skills

PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell)

Motion control knowledge

Understanding of drives and control panels

Familiarity with cloud platforms and IIoT

Education

Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/BEng or similar)

Job description

Applications Engineer / Automation Engineer / PLC Engineer required by a UK engineering company operating across industrial automation. This is a UK-wide role with a remote base and regular travel to customer sites, supporting complex automation projects across multiple industries.

The successful Applications Engineer will be responsible for PLC programming (Siemens or Rockwell/Allen-Bradley), commissioning variable speed drives, and delivering cloud control solutions. A background in motion control or rotating machinery will be particularly valued.

This is an opportunity to join a business with long-term growth plans and clear career progression into senior technical and project leadership roles.

Package Up to 50,000 depending on experience

Company vehicle or car allowance

Pension scheme

Flexible working (home-based with UK travel)

Training and development

Career progression

Role Program and commission PLCs for automation projects, focusing on winding/motion control

Set up and support drives, control panels, and motor systems

Understand customer needs and deliver tailored control solutions

Assist with cloud integration, remote monitoring, and data-driven automation

Provide technical support on-site and remotely

Requirements Experience as an Applications, PLC, or Automation Engineer

Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell, etc.)

Knowledge of winding, motion control, or rotating equipment

Strong understanding of drives, motors, and control panels

Familiar with cloud platforms, IIoT, or digital monitoring

Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/BEng or similar)

Willing to travel UK-wide (50%)