Lead Automation Engineer: PLC/SCADA & OT

BILFINGER; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering provider is seeking a Lead Engineer in Chesterfield. The role involves leading project teams, ensuring successful technical delivery of project solutions, and close collaboration with Project Managers. Candidates should have extensive PLC and SCADA experience, a degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, and demonstrate strong leadership abilities. This is a permanent position with opportunities for recent graduates as well.

Qualifications

• Experience with PLC and SCADA systems essential.
• Hands-on project experience from specification to commissioning.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional registration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the project engineering team.
• Ensure successful delivery of project solutions.
• Work with Project Manager to manage project scope and quality.

Skills

PLC and SCADA experience

Leadership and team management

Problem-solving skills

Proactive task management

Education

Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering

Tools

Rockwell

Siemens

Schneider

AVEVA

Job description

A leading engineering provider is seeking a Lead Engineer in Chesterfield. The role involves leading project teams, ensuring successful technical delivery of project solutions, and close collaboration with Project Managers. Candidates should have extensive PLC and SCADA experience, a degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, and demonstrate strong leadership abilities. This is a permanent position with opportunities for recent graduates as well.