Controls Automation Engineer – PLC & Servo Projects Lead

E3 Recruitment; Essex; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a skilled Controls Automation Engineer in Essex, UK. The role involves providing hands-on electrical and PLC technical support as part of the maintenance team, focusing on breakdowns and machinery repairs. The ideal candidate will have strong PLC fault finding skills and relevant electrical qualifications. This position offers a competitive salary of £70,000 per annum, a bonus scheme, and extensive training opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Competitive pension match

Employee Welfare Program

Extensive training and personal development

Qualifications

• Recognised Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship & Qualification.
• PLC fault finding experience is essential.
• Experience with breakdowns and changing PLC parameters required.

Responsibilities

• Provide Hands-on Electrical & PLC Technical support.
• Conduct plant-wide electrical maintenance service.
• Repair machinery including conveyor systems and hydraulic presses.

Skills

PLC Fault finding

Breakdowns and fault finding

Installing servo drives

HMI knowledge

Education

Recognised Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship

Qualification or equivalent UK level 3 (NVQ, City and Guilds, BTEC 3, HNC/HND)

Job description

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a skilled Controls Automation Engineer in Essex, UK. The role involves providing hands-on electrical and PLC technical support as part of the maintenance team, focusing on breakdowns and machinery repairs. The ideal candidate will have strong PLC fault finding skills and relevant electrical qualifications. This position offers a competitive salary of £70,000 per annum, a bonus scheme, and extensive training opportunities for career development.