Senior Automation Engineer

Ethos Foundation; Bradford; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethos Foundation is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead and support project lifecycles within a forward-thinking company. With a focus on programming PLC and electrical control systems, this position offers a competitive salary and a robust benefits package, including 31 days paid holiday and private healthcare.

Benefits

31 days paid holiday

Ongoing personal development programme

Enhanced pension scheme 4% contributed

Private healthcare (bupa)

Death in Service x2

Profit share bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Automation, Electronics, or Mechatronics.
• 5+ years' experience designing and maintaining PLC/electrical systems.
• Familiarity with crane and lifting systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead project lifecycles from control system design to commissioning.
• Programming, fault-finding, and support of PLC and electrical control systems.
• Conduct onshore and offshore site surveys and commissioning.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Hands-on experience with Siemens TIA Portal

Working knowledge of SCADA systems

Strong understanding of offshore HSEQ standards

Familiarity with crane and lifting systems

Proficient in MS Office software

Education

Degree in Automation, Electronics, or Mechatronics

HND/HNC/NVQ Level 3

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Remote, Hybrid, Permanent work with a forward thinking company

Salary is negotiable around £60k - £70k per year DOE

Do you want to work in a rapidly growing, sustainable company who have ambitious growth plans?

Monday-Friday 40 hours

Benefits Package

• 31 days paid holiday
• Ongoing personal development programme to develop your career and potential.
• Enhanced pension scheme 4% contributed.
• Private healthcare (bupa).
• Death in Service x2.
• Profit share bonus scheme, paid bi-annually
  
  

About The Role

As an Automation Engineer, you'll lead and support the delivery of full project lifecycles, from control system design and specification to commissioning and technical support, on complex lifting systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Programming, fault-finding, and support of PLC and electrical control systems
• Development and review of PLC logic, FDS documents, and design specifications
• Retrieval and reverse engineering of existing PLC code
• Preparation of documentation, workpacks, and certification
• Creation and execution of Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) with client representatives
• Full project engineering and management of automation scopes
• Conduct onshore and offshore site surveys and commissioning
• Ensure adherence to HSEQ standards and contribute to safe systems of work
• Provide clear technical instruction to project personnel and subcontractors
  
  

Essential Requirements

• Degree or equivalent in Automation, Electronics, or Mechatronics (HND/HNC/NVQ Level 3 with experience also considered)
• Hands-on experience with Siemens TIA Portal
• Working knowledge of SCADA systems
• At least 5 years' experience designing and maintaining PLC/electrical systems
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills
• Strong understanding of offshore HSEQ standards
• Familiarity with crane and lifting systems (onshore or offshore)
• Proficient in MS Office software including Excel, Project, and Word
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT System Testing and Evaluation

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