Controls & Automation Engineer | Lincolnshire

Automation Experts Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation company in the UK seeks a Senior Automation Engineer to lead complex automation projects and provide expertise in PLC programming and control systems. The role includes design, development, and technical leadership for PLC automation systems. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in control panel design and a passion for mentoring junior engineers. This position may require travel to customer sites.

Qualifications

• Strong, proven PLC programming experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or EPLAN.
• Manufacturing environment experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of PLC-based automation systems.
• Oversee maintenance of electrical control panels.
• Provide technical leadership during installation.

Skills

PLC programming

Control panel design

Technical leadership

Troubleshooting

SCADA systems

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Job description

Job Overview

Job Title: Controls & Automation Engineer
Employer: Automation Experts Ltd
Location: Lincolnshire, United Kingdom, AE1
Salary: Co Vehicle, Overtime
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference Number: 23643_224345219

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.

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 pneumatic 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

Requirements

• Strong, proven PLC programming experience
• Extensive experience in control panel design, build, and 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 Sharon Hill