Automation Engineer - PLC/SCADA Projects & CI Lead

Omega Resource Group; Darwen; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension up to 10%

BUPA healthcare

Dental & optical care

Life assurance 4x salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts platform

Christmas shutdown

25 days holiday

On-site parking

Canteen facilities

Training opportunities

Profit share

Job summary

Omega Resource Group in Darwen seeks an experienced Automation Engineer to deliver controls and instrumentation projects across a busy production environment.

This hands-on role requires PLC/HMI/SCADA expertise, project delivery from concept to commissioning, and collaboration with stakeholders. A degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering and safety compliance knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering or related field
• Experience in manufacturing/industrial automation environments
• Strong PLC, HMI, SCADA and instrumentation experience
• Proven project management and design tooling proficiency
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Knowledge of health & safety regulations and contractor management
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and deliver automation and controls projects from concept to commissioning
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets and resources
• Program, modify and maintain PLC, HMI and SCADA systems
• Coordinate with stakeholders, contractors and suppliers
• Conduct site surveys and progress reviews
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, specifications and presentations
• Support procurement activities and supplier selection
• Identify and mitigate project risks
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards
• Provide mentorship to engineering colleagues
• Drive continuous improvement across site automation

Skills

PLC/SCADA/HMI

Instrumentation knowledge

Project management

Engineering design tools

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Lean/continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering

HNC/HND in relevant engineering discipline

Job description

Omega Resource Group in Darwen seeks an experienced Automation Engineer to deliver controls and instrumentation projects across a busy production environment.

This hands-on role requires PLC/HMI/SCADA expertise, project delivery from concept to commissioning, and collaboration with stakeholders. A degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering and safety compliance knowledge are essential.