Interaction Engineering 

Controls & Automation Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and motivated Controls & Automation Engineer to join a growing engineering team delivering advanced water treatment and process solutions for commercial and industrial clients.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects involving the design, programming, commissioning, and support of control and automation systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering innovative, reliable, and efficient solutions from concept through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems for water treatment and process applications.
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and associated instrumentation.
• Commission and test automation systems on-site.
• Diagnose and resolve control system faults and performance issues.
• Produce electrical and control system documentation, including schematics and functional design specifications.
• Support project delivery throughout all project phases.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, health and safety requirements, and company procedures.
• Provide technical support and training where required.

Essential Requirements

• Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Controls Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience programming and commissioning PLC systems (such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, or Schneider).
• Experience with HMI and SCADA platforms.
• Strong understanding of electrical control panels, instrumentation, and industrial communication networks.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and organisational abilities.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites when required.

Desirable Skills

• Experience within the water treatment, utilities, or process industries.
• Knowledge of telemetry and remote monitoring systems.
• Experience with variable speed drives and motor control systems.
• Familiarity with industrial networking protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, or Ethernet/IP.
• Experience using AutoCAD Electrical or similar design software.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunities to work on varied and technically challenging projects.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Apply Now

If you are a driven Controls & Automation Engineer looking for your next challenge and the opportunity to contribute to innovative engineering projects, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

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Contact information

Alexander Sheehan