Global Controls Engineer - PLC & Automation, Travel

Automation Experts

Cosby

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Car

Site uplift

Pension

Bonus

Paid overtime

Job summary

Automation Experts in the UK is seeking a hands-on Controls Engineer to design and deliver bespoke automation systems from concept to commissioning. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in Leicestershire and see projects through to worldwide installation.

The role involves international travel to support installations, with a salary in the £45,000–£60,000 range plus a Car, Site uplift, Pension, Bonus, and Paid Overtime. Full UK working rights are required.

Qualifications

Proven ability to write & commission PLC software.
Background of control system design for special purpose machinery.
Strong understanding of industrial automation, safety systems, and I/O architectures.
Experience with machine-level programming and commissioning.
Logical and methodical approach to fault-finding and testing.
Full UK working rights and valid passport.
Beckhoff experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

Design and implementation of PLC control systems for bespoke machinery.
Programming and integration of machine I/O, sensors, actuators, and motion control systems.
PLC programming and hardware integration.
HMI development and user interface configuration.
Machine control systems support during build, test, and commissioning phases.
Work closely with software, mechanical, and electrical teams to ensure seamless system integration.
Travelling internationally to support installations and commissioning — see your designs in action around the world!