Midlands Automation Service Engineer – PLC/DCS

Automation Experts Ltd; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist in industrial automation is seeking a passionate Field Service Engineer to provide technical support for PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA systems. This position offers a competitive salary of £45-48k with benefits including a 10% pension, healthcare, and minimum nights away from home. The ideal candidate should have practical experience with multi-vendor control systems, especially Siemens, and a degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering. The role is home-based in the Midlands, primarily covering clients across that region.

Benefits

10% Pension

Paid Overtime

Healthcare

Flexible working hours

26 Days Holiday + Stats

Qualifications

• HNC/Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
• Practical experience with multi-vendor control systems – PLC & HMI are essential.
• Solid understanding of low-voltage electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level technical support for PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex system faults on-site.
• Lead and support commissioning activities and system upgrades.

Skills

PLC experience

HMI proficiency

Low-voltage electrical systems

Customer service skills

Troubleshooting mindset

Education

HNC/Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Tools

Siemens controls

Job description

A specialist in industrial automation is seeking a passionate Field Service Engineer to provide technical support for PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA systems. This position offers a competitive salary of £45-48k with benefits including a 10% pension, healthcare, and minimum nights away from home. The ideal candidate should have practical experience with multi-vendor control systems, especially Siemens, and a degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering. The role is home-based in the Midlands, primarily covering clients across that region.