Automation/PLC Engineer – Middlesbrough Monopile Factory

NRL Recruitment

Tees Valley

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

SeAH Wind in Middlesbrough is seeking an Electrical Engineer (Automation/PLC) to join the maintenance team at our advanced manufacturing site. You will own automation, electrical controls and machine integration across production lines, diagnosing faults and supporting new line commissioning.

The role requires a relevant electrical/automation qualification and PLC troubleshooting experience in manufacturing.

Qualifications

Minimum of a relevant BTEC or HNC in Electrical or Automation Engineering; a degree is a plus.
Proven PLC programming and troubleshooting experience in manufacturing.
Strong understanding of industrial automation, electrical controls and line integration.
Hands-on experience with control panels, cabling, servo drives and fault-finding.
Knowledge of electrical schematics, safety standards and machinery regulations.

Responsibilities

Serve as site SME for electrical automation, controls and machine integration.
Diagnose and resolve PLC/electrical faults on automated production equipment.
Optimize machine performance and support commissioning of new production lines.
Develop, modify and optimise PLC and HMI programs for safety and reliability.
Lead control system improvement projects and equipment upgrades.
Perform preventative and reactive maintenance, root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
Collaborate with Maintenance, Production, Engineering and suppliers.
Provide technical guidance to colleagues to strengthen automation capability.