Senior Automation & PLC Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company in precision metrology seeks a Senior Automation & PLC Engineer in Chelmsford. This opportunity involves hands-on development of PLC applications and cross-functional teamwork, ideal for candidates with extensive experience in the automation field. Successful applicants will have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience implementing automated electromechanical systems.
• Experience with PLC fieldbus technologies.
• Proficiency in Codesys for PLC application development.

Responsibilities

• Specification, integration, and testing of PLC hardware.
• Development and maintenance of PLC application code.
• Collaboration with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers.

Skills

PLC application code development

Integration of sensors and actuators

Motion control components

PLC fieldbus technologies (EtherCAT)

Tools

Codesys

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

The right to work in the UK without sponsorship is essential for this vacancy.

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Automation & PLC Engineer has arisen with a global leader in precision metrology and inspection systems, based in Colchester.

This is an excellent chance for a Senior Automation & PLC Engineer, leading the specification, integration, and testing of PLC hardware for advanced X-Ray inspection products. The role combines hands-on PLC application development in Codesys with cross-functional collaboration alongside mechanical, electrical, and software engineers.

You will commit to an onsite working model, required onsite 5 days a week. Regular travel will also be required within the UK and the EU.

Experience for the Senior Automation & PLC Engineer includes:

• Development and maintenance of PLC application code using Codesys
• Integration of sensors, actuators, and motion control components
• Experience with PLC fieldbus technologies such as EtherCAT
• 5+ years’ experience implementing automated electromechanical systems

If you are a Senior Automation & PLC Engineer seeking a new challenge within a highly innovative company, then please apply today to learn more.