Controls / Automation Engineer

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking an experienced Automation/Controls Engineer for a leading Scotland-based firm in Cumbernauld. You will design PLC/DCS and SCADA software, code Siemens and Rockwell platforms, and configure networks across varied control applications.

The role offers an autonomous position, in-house training, clear progression into senior management, a salary between £50,000 and £60,000 per year, and benefits. A full UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience coding PLC/DCS/SCADA software for control applications.
• Background as Automation/Controls Engineer.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Design PLC/DCS and SCADA software for control applications.
• Code independently on Siemens and Rockwell platforms.
• Configure communication networks.
• Carry out factory and site testing.
• Commission systems on customer sites.
• Keep accurate documentation.

Skills

Siemens/Rockwell PLC

Automation/Controls engineering

Driving licence

Tools

PLC hardware

Job description

Salary: £60,000 - 60,000 per year

Requirements:

• Prior experience coding independently on Siemens and/or Rockwell platforms
• Background as an Automation / Controls Engineer or similar
• Full, valid UK driving licence

Responsibilities:

• Design PLC/DCS and SCADA software for a variety of control applications
• Code independently on Siemens and Rockwell platforms
• Configure communication networks
• Carry out factory and site testing
• Commission systems on customer sites
• Keep accurate documentation

Technologies:

• PLC
• Hardware

More:

We are a highly respected business recognised as a leader within the Automation Control industry, with over 30 years of history. We offer an autonomous role where you will be seen as a technical expert, along with in-house training and development from industry experts and clear progression routes into senior management. The role is based in Cumbernauld, Scotland, and offers a salary of £50,000 to £60,000 plus training, progression, and benefits.

last updated 40 week of 2026