Senior Automation & Controls Engineer: PLC & Motion

Abbott

Oxford

On-site

GBP 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Controls Engineer to join the Witney Operations Group. You will apply innovative control-system solutions to support high‑volume manufacturing of electrodes and biosensors used in diabetes care.

You'll work across motion-control automation projects, interpret PLC codes, debug issues, and contribute to continuous improvement. A background in electrical/electronic/control engineering (HNC or higher) and practical PLC/HMI experience are essential.

Qualifications

  • Experience in automation projects and developing solutions to complex automation needs.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and apply controls solutions for motion control equipment.

Skills

PLC programming
Motion control systems
HMI development
Siemens S7
TIA Portal
Allen-Bradley Studio 5000
Structured programming

Education

HNC or higher in Electrical/Electronic/Control Engineering

Tools

Oracle database

Job description

Abbott is seeking a Controls Engineer to join the Witney Operations Group. You will apply innovative control-system solutions to support high‑volume manufacturing of electrodes and biosensors used in diabetes care.

You'll work across motion-control automation projects, interpret PLC codes, debug issues, and contribute to continuous improvement. A background in electrical/electronic/control engineering (HNC or higher) and practical PLC/HMI experience are essential.

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