Senior PLC & HMI Automation Engineer

Elmleigh Electrical Systems Limited

Hinckley

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Elmleigh Electrical Systems Limited is seeking an experienced industrial automation engineer to develop, test and deploy PLC and HMI software for major automation projects. You will work across the full project lifecycle, from design through FAT/SAT and site commissioning, collaborating on innovations within our product portfolio using Power Platforms and cloud APIs.

The role requires 5+ years in automation, strong IEC 61131-3 knowledge, and hands-on experience with PLCs from Allen-Bradley and

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in industrial automation and control system software development.
  • Experience with PLC programming, HMI development and SCADA environments.
  • Familiarity with IEC 61131-3 standards and software design methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Develop PLC and HMI software for Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000) and Siemens (TIA Portal).
  • Commission automation systems remotely and on client sites across the UK.
  • Produce and maintain project documentation (FDS, SDS, FAT/SAT records, O&M).
  • Test and debug control systems; analyse electrical drawings for integration.
  • Support clients during installation, commissioning and operational phases.
  • Stay updated on automation trends, PLC, HMI, and robotics developments.
  • Ensure compliance with RAMS and site safety requirements.
  • Travel to customer sites around the UK as required.

Skills

PLC programming
HMI development
ISA-88 batch control
Ladder Logic
Structured Text
Function Block Diagram
EtherNet/IP
Profinet
Profibus
Modbus
P&ID awareness
Team player

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Control Engineering

Tools

MS Power Automate
MS VBA
Cloud APIs

Job description

Elmleigh Electrical Systems Limited is seeking an experienced industrial automation engineer to develop, test and deploy PLC and HMI software for major automation projects. You will work across the full project lifecycle, from design through FAT/SAT and site commissioning, collaborating on innovations within our product portfolio using Power Platforms and cloud APIs.

The role requires 5+ years in automation, strong IEC 61131-3 knowledge, and hands-on experience with PLCs from Allen-Bradley and

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