Cross-Platform PLC Engineer: Design to Commissioning

Amentum

England

Hybrid

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Amentum is seeking a mid-level Control Systems Engineer to design, develop and commission PLC software across multiple platforms. You will gain exposure to Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider PLCs and HMI/SCADA systems while contributing to safety-critical projects.

The role progresses toward senior engineering responsibilities within a collaborative team. Expect end-to-end involvement from initial design through to live commissioning, with a clear path to seniority and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

  • Degree/HND in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Experience with PLC or SCADA programming in industrial environments
  • Familiarity with IEC 61131 programming languages
  • Experience supporting testing, commissioning, or system integration
  • Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively within project teams

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop PLC software across platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider)
  • Develop and configure HMI/SCADA systems
  • Support full project delivery from design to commissioning
  • Perform FAT, CAT, and SAT testing
  • Produce high-quality design specs and test documentation
  • Collaborate with electrical, mechanical and project teams

Skills

PLC programming
SCADA programming
IEC 61131 languages
Problem solving
Team collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering / Control Systems degree or HND

Tools

Rockwell PLC platforms
Siemens PLC platforms
Schneider PLC platforms
HMI/SCADA systems

Job description

Amentum is seeking a mid-level Control Systems Engineer to design, develop and commission PLC software across multiple platforms. You will gain exposure to Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider PLCs and HMI/SCADA systems while contributing to safety-critical projects.

The role progresses toward senior engineering responsibilities within a collaborative team. Expect end-to-end involvement from initial design through to live commissioning, with a clear path to seniority and ongoing professional development

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