Controls & Automation Engineer

Automation Experts Ltd; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation engineering firm in Grimsby is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead complex automation projects and provide expertise in PLC programming. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in control panel design and excellent troubleshooting skills. This position offers a salary of £50-70k, flexible hours, and a company vehicle.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Company Vehicle

Overtime

Qualifications

• Proven PLC programming experience is essential.
• Extensive experience in control panel design, build, and maintenance.
• Valid driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimisation of PLC-based automation systems.
• Oversee the design and maintenance of electrical control panels.
• Provide technical leadership during machine build, installation, and commissioning.

Skills

PLC programming

Control panel design

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Pneumatic systems

Troubleshooting

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Automation Engineer to lead complex automation projects, support continuous improvement across company operations, and provide senior-level expertise in PLC programming, control systems and machine safety. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to take ownership of major automation initiatives within a growing organisation.

Control & Automation Engineer

£50-70k + Flexible Hours + Company Vehicle + Overtime

East Yorkshire | Ref- 24778

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and optimisation of PLC-based automation systems
• Oversee the design, build, and maintenance of electrical control panels
• Produce, review, and approve electrical drawings using AutoCAD and / or EPLAN
• Interpret and troubleshoot electrical and panel schematics
• Provide technical leadership during machine build, installation, and commissioning
• Ensure full compliance with industrial, electrical, and machine safety standards
• Work with power systems and electrical system design
• Design, integrate, and support SCADA systems
• Support and optimise pneumatics systems and automation components
• Apply ATEX requirements and ensure safe working practices in hazardous areas
• Act as a senior point of contact for manufacturing support, including food and industrial environments
• Mentor junior engineers and support technical decision-making across teams
• Travel to customer sites as required (valid driving licence essential)
• Research and analyse customer requirements to identify effective control and automation solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong, proven PLC programming experience
• Extensive experience in control panel design / build / maintenance
• Full driving licence
• Experience with power systems and electrical design
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and / or EPLAN
• Manufacturing environment experience (food industry beneficial)
• Demonstrated knowledge of industrial safety and machine safety
• SCADA system experience
• ATEX knowledge and hazardous area experience
• Strong understanding of pneumatic systems
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to lead complex technical projects

For further information call SharonHill