Controls Engineer – PLC/SCADA, Robotics & Vision (Flexible)

Automated Industrial Robotics; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Company bonus

Maternity and paternity leave

Pension plan

Training support

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Automated Industrial Robotics (AIR) in Wakefield is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain control systems for automation across equipment and production lines. You will implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA solutions, create diagrams and docs, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and software teams.

Travel to customer sites may be required; AIR offers a comprehensive benefits package and professional development

Qualifications

• Design, program, and commission PLC/HMI/SCADA systems.
• Create FDS and technical documentation for control projects.
• Ensure version control and maintain control software backups.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control architectures and wiring layouts.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams.
• Support project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA development

Robotics experience

Vision systems

Industrial protocols

Machinery safety & risk

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical/Control/Automation

Apprentice trained or 2+ years post-grad

Job description

Automated Industrial Robotics (AIR) in Wakefield is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain control systems for automation across equipment and production lines. You will implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA solutions, create diagrams and docs, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and software teams.

Travel to customer sites may be required; AIR offers a comprehensive benefits package and professional development