Launch Engineer – Industrial Automation & PLCs

Tavil; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tavil in the United Kingdom is seeking an automation setup engineer to lead machine start-up and commissioning across client sites. You will apply strong electrical and PLC programming expertise to ensure successful setup.

You will program PLCs (ladder, structured text) on Rockwell, Siemens, and B&R systems, configure communication buses, VFDs, and network switches, and document processes for operators.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in automation setup.
• Strong proficiency in PLC programming (ladder and structured text).
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Automation, Industrial, Electronics, or Industrial Automation).
• 2-10 years post-graduation experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute machine setup tasks, including PLC programming for major PLC systems (Rockwell, Siemens, B&R).
• Set up communication buses, VFD programming, and network switches.
• Manage upstream and downstream interlocks with third-party equipment.
• Integrate automation peripherals such as labelers, checkweighers, barcode readers, and vision cameras.
• Interpret electrical schematics and ensure correct electrical setups.
• Coordinate with corporate Project Managers and client supervisors to ensure timely and effective project execution.
• Participate in pre-commissioning activities at company headquarters and oversee the start-up process at customer sites.
• Document setup processes and provide training for operators and supervisors on the equipment’s use.

Skills

PLC programming (ladder and structured

Electrical systems

Automation setup

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Automation/Industrial/Electronics)

Tools

Rockwell

Siemens

B&R

Job description

Tavil in the United Kingdom is seeking an automation setup engineer to lead machine start-up and commissioning across client sites. You will apply strong electrical and PLC programming expertise to ensure successful setup.

You will program PLCs (ladder, structured text) on Rockwell, Siemens, and B&R systems, configure communication buses, VFDs, and network switches, and document processes for operators.