Field Automation Engineer: On-Site Diagnostics

White Recruitment Construction; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in construction is seeking an Automation Field Service Engineer to provide on-site support, troubleshoot, and commission industrial automation systems across customer locations in Reading. The ideal candidate has a strong background in automation and control systems, and familiarity with PLC, HMI, and SCADA. Benefits include a competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000, performance bonuses, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance bonuses

Pension scheme

Training programs for technical certifications

Career progression opportunities

Mobile phone and laptop provided

Fully equipped van with equipment

Qualifications

• Experience in automation, controls, or electrical engineering is essential.
• Hands-on experience with PLC, HMI, and SCADA is crucial.
• Must be willing to travel for on-site work.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site automation support across various customer locations.
• Fault-find and modify PLC, HMI, and control systems.
• Carry out commissioning, upgrades, and system changes.
• Support planned maintenance and breakdown responses.

Skills

Experience in automation, controls, or electrical engineering

Hands-on PLC/SCADA/HMI fault-finding and modification experience

Comfortable working independently on customer sites

Strong communication skills

Job description

A recruitment agency in construction is seeking an Automation Field Service Engineer to provide on-site support, troubleshoot, and commission industrial automation systems across customer locations in Reading. The ideal candidate has a strong background in automation and control systems, and familiarity with PLC, HMI, and SCADA. Benefits include a competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000, performance bonuses, and opportunities for career progression.