PLC System Engineer

PLC Systems Engineer

Location:

Essex (commutable from East London / Kent) Type:
Permanent, Full-Time Industry: Heavy Manufacturing / Industrial Automation

The Role We are working with a large, well-established manufacturing business to recruit a PLC Systems Engineer for a key production site in Essex. This is a permanent role offering long-term stability and the opportunity to take ownership of site-wide automation and control systems. You will play a critical role in maintaining, improving, and developing PLC-based systems within a heavy manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities Design, program, commission, and maintain PLC systems Fault-find and resolve PLC hardware and software issues Optimise automation systems to improve plant efficiency and reliability Support automation upgrades, modifications, and CAPEX projects Manage change control and risk-based assessments for PLC systems Support and develop engineers and technicians Ensure compliance with health and safety and safe systems of work Essential Requirements Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or similar Strong PLC programming experience using Ladder Logic

Experience with Siemens and Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLCs Knowledge of SCADA, HMI systems, drives, and industrial networking Background in heavy manufacturing, process, or industrial environments What's on Offer Competitive salary with bonus Enhanced holiday allowance Pension scheme Ongoing training and career development Long-term, stable role within a high-volume manufacturing site WR Engineering are the 1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs.

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