Project Automation Engineer

3sixty Resourcing Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Project Automation Engineer. This permanent role requires strong experience in control systems engineering (PLC/SCADA) and end-to-end project delivery. Responsibilities include understanding client requirements, developing PLC and SCADA systems, and ensuring compliance with standards. The position offers a competitive salary up to £60,000 P.A., Monday to Friday schedule, 25 days holiday, and additional benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Company pension

Leisure benefit (£500)

Qualifications

• Strong background in industrial electrical or automation engineering.
• Proven experience with control systems including PLCs, SCADA, and HMIs.
• Ability to design or interpret electrical schematics and process control diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Understand client requirements and propose suitable solutions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Develop PLC and SCADA systems, including sensor specification and interfacing.

Skills

Control systems expertise (PLC/SCADA)

Electrical engineering background

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Network design knowledge

Job description

Project Automation Engineer

Full Time, Permanent

Derby / Nottingham area

Up to £60,000 P.A + Excellent Benefits including overtime

Applications from outside the UK will not be considered.

In a nutshell

Our client is a leading engineering solutions provider delivering bespoke automation and control systems across multiple industries.

Due to continued growth and new project wins across the UK, our client is now looking to expand their engineering division and seek an experienced Project Automation Engineer to take ownership of end-to-end project delivery.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong experience in control systems engineering (PLC/SCADA).

Responsibilities

• Understand client requirements and propose suitable solutions.
• Identify and apply relevant international, British, and client standards.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Develop PLC and SCADA systems, including sensor specification and interfacing.
• Collaborate with CAD engineers on panel layouts, considering heat dissipation, cable routing, segregation, and maintenance access.
• Perform power and heating calculations.
• Create process diagrams, flowcharts, and state diagrams to illustrate system functionality.
• Develop mimics and popups to support design approval.
• Maintain a Data Point Schedule (DPS) documenting project I/O and alarms.
• Ensure all hardware is fit for purpose and properly certified.
• Confirm designs are achievable within the available time and budget.

What you'll need

• Strong background in industrial electrical or automation engineering.
• Proven experience with control systems including PLCs, SCADA, and HMIs.
• Ability to design or interpret electrical schematics and process control diagrams.
• Familiarity with standards and regulations in industrial controls.
• Experience with network design and hardware selection IDEAL.
• Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel to customer sites as required.

Benefits

• Monday to Friday (1pm finish on Fridays)
• 40 hours per week
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Free onsite parking
• Company pension
• Overtime available
• Leisure benefit (£500)
• Ongoing career development, training, and certification support.
• Excellent working environment and supportive engineering team.

Should you be interested in this Project Automation Engineer position, please apply within.

3Sixty Resourcing Ltd is an independent recruitment consultancy based in Peterborough, supplying permanent and contract personnel across the UK.

We take pride in delivering a best-in-class customer journey for our clients and candidates, operating in the following sectors: Engineering, Technical, Manufacturing, Construction, and Office Support.