Project Engineer in Ilkeston

Energy Jobline ZR; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ilkeston is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to design and implement PLC and SCADA control systems for significant infrastructure projects. This role offers competitive salary up to £60,000 and extensive career growth opportunities, including project management and technical positions. Skills in automation, project engineering, and relevant experience are essential. Join this forward-thinking organisation and make a real impact in your career.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

32 days' holiday including bank holidays + birthday off

Pension

Life assurance

Free on-site gym

Annual family day-out allowance

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in controls, PLCs or SCADA systems.
• Strong background in project engineering and automation.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced control systems.
• Create and implement PLC code and SCADA solutions.
• Oversee engineering projects from concept to delivery.
• Provide client and team training on system functions.
• Ensure all work meets quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with project managers and technical leads.
• Occasional site work (approx. 20%) with minimal overnight stays.

Skills

PLC and SCADA systems

Project engineering

Automation

Education

Degree (not required, relevant experience valued)

Job description

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Project Engineer - Controls & Automation

Location: Ilkeston (Derbyshire)

Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 + overtime + excellent benefits + Career Growth

Our client, a rapidly expanding engineering specialist, is looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join their growing team. This is an outstanding opportunity to design and implement PLC and SCADA control systems for major infrastructure projects across energy, transport, water, airports, tunnels and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced control systems
• Create and implement PLC code and SCADA solutions
• Oversee engineering projects from concept to delivery
• Provide client and team training on system functions
• Ensure all work meets the highest quality and safety standards
• Collaborate with project managers, supervisors and technical leads
• Occasional site work (approx. 20%) with minimal overnight stays

Candidate Profile

• 3+ years' experience in controls, PLCs or SCADA systems
• Strong background in project engineering and automation
• Full UK driving licence
• Degree but not needed. Relevant experience highly valued

Career Growth & Development

Our client is experiencing significant growth and investment, creating exceptional opportunities for career progression, including:

• Project Lead and Project Management roles
• Technical Lead and Technical Manager positions
• Regular salary reviews and performance-based pay rises
• Comprehensive on-site training and ongoing professional development

Benefits

• Flexible working hours (core 9:30am-4:00pm, 40 hours/week)
• Overtime rates (1.5x after 10 hours and weekends)
• 32 days' holiday including bank holidays + birthday off
• Pension (Company / higher with salary sacrifice option)
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Free on-site gym
• £500 annual family day-out allowance after probation
• Sick pay and a positive, growth-focused culture

This is an exciting chance to join a forward-thinking organisation where you can make a real impact and fast-track your career.

Apply today to be considered for this exceptional opportunity.

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