Site Automation Engineer: PLC/SCADA Expert

Omega; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class learning and development support

Yearly Bonus

Matched Pension up to 12%

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Runcorn is seeking a Site Automation Engineer to oversee the automation, controls, and electrical systems of the production plant. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining software for PLCs and SCADA systems, as well as training engineers. The candidate should have an electrical engineering qualification and experience in troubleshooting complex equipment. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a yearly bonus and matched pension up to 12%.

Qualifications

• Must possess an electrical engineering qualification (HNC/HND Level).
• Experience maintaining electrical/control systems on complex or high-speed production equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting instrumentation devices.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for development and implementation of software for programmable safety systems.
• Train and provide advice to Engineers and Operators as required.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex machine faults.

Skills

Working knowledge of PLC systems

Fault finding and program modifications

Problem solving and root cause analysis

Experience with HMI software

Knowledge of servo drives and inverters

Education

HNC/HND Level Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC touch screen controls

SCADA systems

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in Runcorn is seeking a Site Automation Engineer to oversee the automation, controls, and electrical systems of the production plant. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining software for PLCs and SCADA systems, as well as training engineers. The candidate should have an electrical engineering qualification and experience in troubleshooting complex equipment. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a yearly bonus and matched pension up to 12%.