Hybrid Warehouse Automation Controls Engineer – 24/7 On-Call

Milkround; East Devon; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a skilled Controls Technician to join their Inteq Technical Team. This hybrid role involves electrical system builds and PLC programming, primarily using Siemens TIA S7-1500. You will ensure critical systems run smoothly via remote and on-site troubleshooting. The position offers a salary up to £55,000, along with 25 days annual leave and private medical cover. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering and hands-on experience with Siemens PLC programming.

Benefits

Company-sponsored pension scheme

Private medical cover

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build and install industrial control panels.
• Strong working knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming, including troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Build, install, and configure control panels for warehouse automation.
• Develop and commission Siemens TIA S7-1500 PLC and HMI software.
• Act as the first point of contact for 24/7 out-of-hours support.

Skills

Experience with Siemens TIA Portal

Electrical engineering knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

Hands-on electrical servicing

Knowledge of BS7671 regulations

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

City & Guilds 2391 (Initial & Periodic Inspection and Testing)

Tools

Multimeters

Insulation testers

Job description

A leading logistics company is seeking a skilled Controls Technician to join their Inteq Technical Team. This hybrid role involves electrical system builds and PLC programming, primarily using Siemens TIA S7-1500. You will ensure critical systems run smoothly via remote and on-site troubleshooting. The position offers a salary up to £55,000, along with 25 days annual leave and private medical cover. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering and hands-on experience with Siemens PLC programming.