Applications Engineer in Wrexham)

Wallace Hind Selection; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European manufacturing organisation is looking for an OT Applications Engineer to support the design and development of advanced automation solutions. Based in Wrexham, you will work on systems integrating automation technology and play a crucial role in digital transformation initiatives. The position offers a salary of £35,000 – £40,000, enhanced employer pension contributions, and opportunities for global travel and professional growth.

Benefits

Early finish on Fridays

Enhanced employer pension contributions

Reduced gym memberships

Health cashback scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Subsidised on-site canteen

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Strong experience with SCADA systems and industrial communication protocols (Modbus, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP).
• Proficient in C# for application development and system integration, with database knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement and maintain OT applications and automation systems.
• Configure and deploy SCADA, HMI and MES systems across production environments.
• Develop automation scripts and PLC logic for industrial control systems.

Skills

SCADA systems

C#

Industrial communication protocols

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Automation

Degree in Computer Science

Tools

PLC systems

MES systems

HMI systems

Job description

Based in North Wales, join a leading European manufacturing organisation renowned for innovative technologies and award‑winning operations. Support and develop OT applications, integrate automation systems, and play a key role in driving smart factory and Industry 4.0 digital transformation initiatives.

Basic salary: £35,000 – £40,000

Benefits

• Early finish on Fridays – circa 20 Fridays off per year
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Reduced gym memberships
• Health cashback scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Subsidised on‑site canteen

Location

You'll be working from our office based in Wrexham.

Commutable Locations

• Wrexham
• Chester
• Deeside
• Oswestry
• Ellesmere
• Whitchurch
• Crewe
• Shrewsbury
• Mold
• Rhyl
• Nantwich
• Runcorn
• Liverpool

Job Description

As part of an ongoing digital transformation programme, our Automation Team is expanding and now requires an OT Applications Engineer to support the design, development and deployment of advanced automation and operational technology solutions. We create bespoke automated equipment and production lines, working with major suppliers and cutting‑edge technologies including industrial robots, cobots, 3D printing, and smart‑factory / Industry 4.0 systems. This role will support both UK (Wrexham) and overseas manufacturing facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement and maintain OT applications and automation systems
• Configure and deploy SCADA, HMI and MES systems across production environments
• Develop automation scripts and PLC logic for industrial control systems
• Build and integrate custom OT applications using C# and web‑based languages/frameworks
• Commission, test and validate OT applications on production lines
• Integrate OT systems with enterprise IT platforms for analytics, reporting and IT/OT convergence

Person Specification

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Computer Science or a related discipline
• Strong experience with SCADA systems and industrial communication protocols (Modbus, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP)
• Proficient in C# for application development and system integration, with database knowledge
• Able to work under pressure to tight deadlines across multiple projects
• Strong problem‑solving, communication and teamwork skills

The Company

We manufacture top‑of‑the‑range products from office printers to industrial machining centres. We have won awards for our carbon‑neutral recycling facilities in Europe and invest in our staff while promoting growth within our business.

Prospects

As an international business, we offer the opportunity to work across the globe and support progression within the company.

Interested? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.

Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.