Automation Engineer - PLCs, Robotics & SCADA Specialist

Recruit Mint Ltd; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Onsite parking

Private healthcare options

Sick pay scheme

Childcare vouchers

Job summary

Recruit Mint Ltd is seeking an Automation and Controls Engineer to design, engineer, and deliver advanced automation projects across a growing manufacturing site.

You will own PLC programming, HMI/SCADA implementation, and robotics integration, building from scratch to commissioning. The role requires hands-on experience with Rockwell/AB, Siemens or Mitsubishi PLCs and a strong MES/networking understanding. Travel across EMEA and occasional US visits are expected.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Automation and Controls Engineer in manufacturing/industrial settings.
• Experience with PLC programming and commissioning complex equipment.
• Understanding of Smart Factory, MES connectivity, and industrial networking.
• Willingness to travel across EMEA and occasional US visits.
• Bachelor's or higher in Automation, Electrical, or Control Systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design, engineer, and implement automation and control solutions across plant operations.
• Develop PLC programs from scratch using Rockwell/Allen Bradley platforms.
• Build and configure HMI/SCADA systems including GE iFIX and FTView.
• Integrate OEM equipment such as robots and servo drives.
• Lead commissioning for new and upgraded automation projects.
• Configure industrial networks and MES connectivity.
• Produce technical docs and project scopes.
• Oversee contractors and ensure regulatory and internal standards compliance.
• Support digital transformation initiatives on site.

Skills

PLC programming (Rockwell/AB)

HMI/SCADA platforms

Industrial networking

MES connectivity

Smart Factory concepts

Travel across EMEA/US

Education

Degree in Automation/Electrical/Control Systems or related

Chartered status desirable

Tools

Rockwell/Allen Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Mitsubishi PLCs

GE iFIX / FTView

Job description

Recruit Mint Ltd is seeking an Automation and Controls Engineer to design, engineer, and deliver advanced automation projects across a growing manufacturing site.

You will own PLC programming, HMI/SCADA implementation, and robotics integration, building from scratch to commissioning. The role requires hands-on experience with Rockwell/AB, Siemens or Mitsubishi PLCs and a strong MES/networking understanding. Travel across EMEA and occasional US visits are expected.