Electrical Automation and Programming Technician

Astute People; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical and dental

Car allowance

Additional benefits package

Job summary

Astute is seeking an experienced Electrical Automation and Programming Technician to ensure reliability and continuous improvement of industrial automation systems at its York site. You will diagnose SCADA/PLC issues, provide remote and field support, configure networks, and develop PLC/SCADA/HMI programs across Siemens and Rockwell platforms.

The role requires a 5+ year track record, proficiency in Siemens S7/TIA Portal, WinCC, C/C++, Python, and Linux, and willingness to travel UK-wide.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in automation programming, SCADA/PLC development, and remote technical support.
• Proficiency in Siemens (Simatic S7, TIA Portal), Rockwell, WinCC, C, C++, Python, Linux, HMI, and Visu.
• Happy to travel UK wide and overseas.
• Experience with remote troubleshooting, networking, and cybersecurity for industrial automation systems.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (IFS, MS Dynamics NAV), and technical documentation standards.
• Fluent in the local language and English; another language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve remote SCADA/PLC issues across automation platforms (Siemens, Rockwell, WinCC, TIA Portal).
• Provide real-time technical support to commissioning and field service teams during startup and maintenance.
• Configure and maintain industrial networks, remote access tools, and system alarms.
• Support retrofit projects and ensure compatibility of updated automation components.
• Develop, optimize, and test PLC, SCADA, HMI, and telemetry programs (Siemens S7, WinCC, C/C++, Python, Linux).
• Assist in commissioning of new systems remotely or with field technicians.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with field service, engineering, and sales for technical proposals and system design.
• Create and maintain user manuals, programming standards, and operating procedures.
• Document interventions, updates, and remote diagnostics using ERP/service management systems (IFS, SAP).
• Conduct risk assessments related to automation systems and proposed preventive actions.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Automation programming

SCADA development

Remote technical support

Cybersecurity

Industrial networking

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Automation/Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens S7

TIA Portal

Rockwell

WinCC

C

C++

Python

Linux

HMI/Visu

ERP systems (IFS, SAP)

Job description

Electrical Automation and Programming Technician (BBBH28747) York, England

Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering with an established business who own and operate a portfolio of anaerobic digestion plants across the UK. They are looking for an experienced Electrical Automation and Programming Technician to ensure the functionality, reliability and continuous improvement of industrial automation systems.

The strategically important Electrical Automation and Programming Technician roles comes with a competitive salary, private medical and dental, car allowance and additional benefits package.

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve remote SCADA/PLC issues across various automation platforms (Siemens, Rockwell, WinCC, TIA Portal, etc.)
• Provide real-time technical support to commissioning and field service teams during startup and maintenance
• Configure and maintain industrial networks, remote access tools, and system alarms
• Support retrofit projects and ensure compatibility of updated automation components
• Develop, optimize, and test PLC, SCADA, HMI, and telemetry programs (e.g., Siemens S7, WinCC, C/C++, Python, Linux)
• Assist in commissioning of new systems remotely or in collaboration with field technicians
• Collaborate cross-functionally with field service, engineering, and sales for technical proposals and system design
• Create and maintain user manuals, programming standards, and operating procedures
• Document interventions, updates, and remote diagnostics using ERP/service management systems (e.g., IFS, SAP)
• Conduct risk assessments related to automation systems and proposed preventive actions
• Other duties as required

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related fields
• Full UK Driving Licence

Personal skills

The Electrical Automation and Programming Technician role would suit someone who has:

• Minimum 5+ years in automation programming, SCADA/PLC development, and remote technical support.
• Proficiency in Siemens (Simatic S7, TIA Portal), Rockwell, WinCC, C, C++, Python, Linux, HMI, and Visu.
• Happy to travel UK wide and also overseas
• Experience with remote troubleshooting, networking, and cybersecurity for industrial automation systems.
• Familiarity with industrial maintenance processes, ERP systems (IFS, MS Dynamics NAV), and technical documentation standards.
• Fluent in the local language and English, another language is a plus

Salary and benefits of the Electrical Automation and Programming Technician role

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Private medical and dental
• Additional benefits discussed at interview