Controls Engineer - Manufacturing Automation - Fixed Term Contract

Job Title

Controls Engineer - Manufacturing Automation

Salary

£42,000–£57,000 depending on skills demonstrated

Contract

Fixed Term until 31st December 2027

Location

Desford, Leicestershire

Responsibilities

• Identify and support the implementation of automation and robotics solutions, including PLC‑based control systems, applying automation principles to improve manufacturing safety, quality, efficiency and cost.
• Configure, standardise and support Siemens and Mitsubishi PLC and HMI systems, enabling effective diagnosis of production issues and acting as an escalation point for complex controls challenges.
• Support the introduction of new manufacturing technologies and equipment by contributing to controls‑related specifications and supporting installation, FAT, SAT and commissioning activities in line with manufacturing and engineering standards.
• Apply lean manufactu...