Automation and Controls Engineer
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Automation and Controls Engineer
Tired of roles where you only maintain what’s already there?
This is your chance to engineer, design, and deliver new automation projects that genuinely shape a growing manufacturing site.
In this Automation and Controls Engineer position, you’ll take ownership of designing, programming, integrating, and commissioning advanced automation solutions across a high-performing production environment. You’ll work on everything from building PLC code from scratch to integrating robotics, SCADA platforms, networked systems, and Smart Factory technologies.
Job Responsibilities
Skills and Experience
Pay and Benefits
Ready to shape the future of a major manufacturing site?
As an Automation and Controls Engineer, you’ll have genuine freedom to innovate, implement new technologies, and deliver high-value automation projects that make a measurable difference. Opportunities like this with influence, ownership and clear long-term progression don’t come around often. If you want to take the next step in your automation career, now is the time to apply.
Tired of roles where you only maintain what’s already there?
This is your chance to engineer, design, and deliver new automation projects that genuinely shape a growing manufacturing site.
In this Automation and Controls Engineer position, you’ll take ownership of designing, programming, integrating, and commissioning advanced automation solutions across a high-performing production environment. You’ll work on everything from building PLC code from scratch to integrating robotics, SCADA platforms, networked systems, and Smart Factory technologies.
Job Responsibilities
- Design, engineer, and implement automation and control solutions across plant operations
- Develop PLC programs from scratch using Rockwell/Allen Bradley platforms
- Build and configure HMI and SCADA systems, including GE iFIX and FTView
- Integrate OEM equipment such as robots, label printers, servo drives and specialist automation components
- Lead commissioning activities for new and upgraded plant automation
- Configure industrial networks and integrate automation systems with MES and Smart Factory platforms
- Produce technical documentation, specifications and project scopes
- Oversee contractors and suppliers during automation project delivery
- Ensure all systems meet regulatory and internal engineering standards
- Support digital transformation initiatives across the site
Skills and Experience
- Proven experience as an Automation and Controls Engineer within manufacturing or industrial environments
- Strong expertise in Rockwell/Allen Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi PLCs, HMIs and SCADA platforms
- Demonstrable experience developing PLC code and commissioning complex equipment
- Hands-on integration experience with OEM systems including robotics and servo technologies
- Understanding of Smart Factory principles, MES connectivity and industrial networking
- Experience managing automation projects between £500k–£2M
- Ability to travel across EMEA when required (including occasional US visits)
- Degree in Automation, Electrical, Control Systems or related engineering discipline (or equivalent)
- Chartered status desirable but not essential
Pay and Benefits
- Salary: Up to £55,000, plus up to 10% bonus
- Outstanding pension scheme - you contribute 4%, the company contributes 10%
- 37.5 hours per week: Monday to Friday
- Life assurance (4x average salary)
- Company sick pay scheme
- Onsite free parking
- Access to buyable benefits such as dental and medical cover
- Childcare vouchers
Ready to shape the future of a major manufacturing site?
As an Automation and Controls Engineer, you’ll have genuine freedom to innovate, implement new technologies, and deliver high-value automation projects that make a measurable difference. Opportunities like this with influence, ownership and clear long-term progression don’t come around often. If you want to take the next step in your automation career, now is the time to apply.
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Who is hiring for the Automation and Controls Engineer role?
RecruitMint is hiring for the Automation and Controls Engineer position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Automation and Controls Engineer job located?
The Automation and Controls Engineer role with RecruitMint is based in St Neots, GB.
What does the Automation and Controls Engineer role pay?
RecruitMint lists the Automation and Controls Engineer role at GBP 50,000–55,000 per year.
Is the Automation and Controls Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at RecruitMint.
What experience level is the Automation and Controls Engineer role?
The Automation and Controls Engineer position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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