Lead Automation Engineer – PLC/SCADA & OT Systems

-; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Lead Engineer in Chesterfield to oversee project delivery and ensure adherence to technical requirements. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing full project lifecycles, particularly involving PLC and SCADA systems. A degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering is required. The role demands strong leadership and the ability to mentor junior engineers, while supporting project managers in achieving project goals.

Qualifications

• Detailed experience of the full project life cycle from specification through commissioning.
• Hands-on delivery of PLC and SCADA systems.
• Solid understanding of Control panels and Instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and supervise the project engineering team.
• Ensure project technical and quality requirements are met.
• Support the Project Manager in project delivery and strategies.

Skills

Project lifecycle management

PLC and SCADA systems

Team leadership

Health and Safety leadership

Education

Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Rockwell

Siemens

AVEVA

Ignition

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Lead Engineer in Chesterfield to oversee project delivery and ensure adherence to technical requirements. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing full project lifecycles, particularly involving PLC and SCADA systems. A degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering is required. The role demands strong leadership and the ability to mentor junior engineers, while supporting project managers in achieving project goals.