Lead Automation Engineer (Allen-Bradley / Rockwell)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is assisting a specialist engineering company in Peterborough to recruit a Lead Automation Engineer. The role focuses on developing PLC and SCADA applications using Rockwell Allen-Bradley, leading the automation team, and ensuring project delivery.

You will programme ControlLogix and FactoryTalk View SE, test and commission systems, and work across multiple industries with overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience with Rockwell Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and FactoryTalk View SE.
• Electrical engineering degree, apprenticeship or equivalent background.

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC and SCADA applications.
• Programme and configure Rockwell ControlLogix systems.
• Develop and maintain FactoryTalk View SE applications.
• Test, commission and troubleshoot automation systems.
• Ensure designs meet customer specifications and relevant regulations.

Skills

Rockwell Allen-Bradley

SCADA systems

ControlLogix

FactoryTalk View SE

Education

Electrical engineering degree or apprenticeship

Tools

Rockwell Automation tools

FactoryTalk View SE

Job description

Lead Automation Engineer (Allen-Bradley / Rockwell)

£55,000 – £60,000 + Optional Overtime + Hybrid Working + Training + Progression + Company Benefits

Peterborough

Are you a Process Automation Engineer with strong Rockwell Allen-Bradley PLC and SCADA experience looking for a technically varied role with overtime opportunities?

This specialist engineering company delivers electrical controls, instrumentation and automation solutions across multiple industries. Its services span design, manufacture, installation and commissioning, helping clients improve operational efficiency, reliability and safety through tailored PLC, SCADA and control systems.

You’ll develop PLC and SCADA applications, leading the automation team, supporting project delivery, commission control systems. You will be working alongside project engineers and design teams to deliver reliable, safe and efficient automation solutions.

This role would suit a PLC Engineer, Automation Engineer or Controls Engineer with strong ControlLogix and FactoryTalk View SE experience looking to work on a variety of industrial automation projects.

The Role:

• Develop PLC and SCADA applications
• Programme and configure Rockwell Allen-Bradley ControlLogix systems
• Develop and maintain FactoryTalk View SE applications
• Test, commission and troubleshoot automation systems
• Ensure designs meet relevant regulations and customer specifications

The Person:

• Experience with Rockwell Allen-Bradley ControlLogix & FactoryTalk View SE
• Electrical engineering degree, apprenticeship or similar background

Reference Number: BBBH27724

Keywords: Process Automation Engineer, Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, PLC Programming, SCADA, Rockwell Automation, Allen-Bradley, Electrical Engineering, Process Automation, Instrumentation, Industrial Automation, Peterborough, Hybrid

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.