Controls And Automation Engineer

EDM Recruitment Group Ltd; Fort William, Inverness; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Controls & Automation Engineer in Fort William, Scotland. The role involves maintaining site control systems and supporting project delivery. The ideal candidate should have strong electrical knowledge and PLC experience. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including training, pension contributions, and wellness initiatives.

Benefits

24hr Responsibility Payment

25 days annual leave + 8 public holidays

All specialised training provided

Bonus Scheme: 10% base salary

Company pension – employer contribution 4% to 9%

AVIVA Life Assurance – 6x salary

BHSF Cash Health Care Plan

Onsite gym

Education Support Grant: £1,000 annually for each child in university

Cycle to Work Scheme

Extensive Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Strong electrical and instrumentation knowledge.
• Experience with PLC, HMI and SCADA systems.
• PLC programming skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support site control systems.
• Lead advanced troubleshooting.
• Plan and deliver automation and control projects.
• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.

Skills

Strong electrical and instrumentation knowledge

Experience with PLC, HMI and SCADA systems

PLC programming skills

Strong communication

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Manage multiple priorities

Education

HND or higher in an Engineering discipline

Job description

Controls & Automation Engineer

Location: Fort William

Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits

Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time

Industry: Heavy Industry / Engineering / Manufacturing

Looking for a new challenge somewhere truly unique? Fort William - the UK's outdoor capital - offers hundreds of activities for outdoor enthusiasts, from hiking and climbing to water sports and mountain biking. The area provides a slower pace of life, closely knit communities and real peace and quiet. Fort William is also well connected, with travel times of around 1h40m to Inverness, 2 hours to Glasgow and approximately 2h20m to Edinburgh.

The Role

As a Controls & Automation Engineer, you will maintain and develop a wide range of site control systems to support safe, reliable and efficient operations. You'll act as a technical authority for troubleshooting, project delivery, equipment improvement and controls strategy across the site. You'll also support and mentor technicians, engineers and apprentices, contributing to ongoing capability development.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and support site control systems to minimise downtime and ensure rapid recovery after faults
• Lead advanced troubleshooting and provide specialist controls expertise
• Plan, coordinate and deliver multiple automation and control projects across a 24/7 operation
• Maintain and update control system drawings and documentation
• Monitor progress and performance against project objectives
• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors and suppliers
• Ensure compliance with legislation and site management‑of‑change procedures
• Assist with breakdowns to maintain continuity of operations
• Provide engineering support to Maintenance and Operations teams
• Promote safe working practices and ensure work meets site HSEQ standards
• Mentor, support and develop technicians, engineers and apprentices

Candidate Requirements

• Strong electrical and instrumentation knowledge
• Experience with PLC, HMI and SCADA systems
• PLC programming skills
• HND or higher in an Engineering discipline
• Strong communication, project management and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Benefits & Rewards

You’ll join a talented and supportive team engaged in meaningful, rewarding work with real development opportunities and an excellent work‑life balance. In return for your commitment and performance, you will receive:

• 24hr Responsibility Payment
• 25 days annual leave + 8 public holidays
• All specialised training provided
• Bonus Scheme: 10% base salary, up to a maximum of two times STIP target
• Company pension – employer contribution from 4% up to 9%
• AVIVA Life Assurance – 6x salary
• BHSF Cash Health Care Plan or AVIVA Private Medical Insurance + Dental Scheme
• Onsite gym and a variety of employee wellness initiatives
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Education Support Grant: £1,000 annually for each child in university
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Reward & Recognition Programme
• Extensive Employee Discounts, including local discounts (Highland Highlife, Highland Cinema, Cotswold Outdoor and more) and national schemes (salary sacrifice, retail discounts, cashback – Argos, Currys, Costa, M&S, Boots, travel and more)