Senior Automation Engineer – PLC, SCADA & Flexible Hours

Automation Experts Ltd; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Company vehicle

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

A leading automation company in Greater Lincolnshire is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead complex automation projects and provide expertise in PLC programming and control systems. Responsibilities include leading design and development, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This role offers competitive pay of £50-70k, flexible hours, and opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Strong, proven PLC programming experience.
• Extensive experience in control panel design/build/maintenance.
• Experience with power systems and electrical design.
• SCADA system experience.
• ATEX knowledge and hazardous area experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and optimisation of PLC-based automation systems.
• Oversee the design, build, and maintenance of electrical control panels.
• Provide technical leadership during machine build, installation, and commissioning.
• Mentor junior engineers and support technical decision-making across teams.

Skills

PLC programming

Control panel design

Troubleshooting

SCADA systems

Electrical design

Pneumatic systems

Industrial safety

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Job description

A leading automation company in Greater Lincolnshire is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead complex automation projects and provide expertise in PLC programming and control systems. Responsibilities include leading design and development, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This role offers competitive pay of £50-70k, flexible hours, and opportunities for overtime.