Senior Controls & Automation Engineer
Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE
Location: Cheshire – Commutable from Warrington, Northwich, Crewe
Hours: Monday – Friday, 35-hour working week
The Opportunity:
A manufacturing business undergoing a major modernisation programme is seeking a Senior Controls & Automation Engineer to lead the development, standardisation and future roadmap of machine control systems. This role acts as the technical authority for controls, motion, automation and machine connectivity, supporting the transition from Allen Bradley to Siemens platforms and driving innovation across increasingly sophisticated machinery and automated handling systems.
The Role:
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this position combines hands-on controls engineering with strategic input, project support and mentoring responsibilities. You will define controls architecture, lead the Siemens migration, develop advanced motion applications and support compliance, commissioning and customer acceptance activities.
Key Responsibilities:
The Person:
Keywords:
Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Siemens TIA Portal, S7, Motion Control, Drives, PLC Programming, Machine Automation, Industrial Controls, Electrical Controls Engineer, Commissioning Engineer, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics, SCADA, HMI,
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To apply or discuss the role in more detail, please contact:
Ryan TaylorProman UK
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