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Junior DCS Engineer (PLC Background

Job in Warrington, Cheshire, MK46, England, UK
Listing for: Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-20
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40000 - 44000 GBP Yearly GBP 40000.00 44000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Junior DCS Engineer (PLC Background)

Junior DCS Engineer (PLC Background)

£40,000 - £44,000 (OTE 60K+) + 10% Bonus + £7000 Car Allowance + Healthcare + 12% Pension

Warrington

Are you someone who can programme and configure PLC's looking for the rare opportunity to join a global OEM and gain full training on complect DCS programming and configuration?

Do you want to develop into a highly responsible, client facing Systems Engineer that will allow you to manage projects from concept to commission on both onshore and offshore sites?

In this role you will be taught the extensive configuration requirements for complex Distributed Control Systems and eventually step into a client facing position where you'll take customer requirements and work autonomously to improve DCS functionality. This will involve commissioning onsite, which can be complex manufacturing environments or offshore rigs. Most engineers take home an addition of 20% of their salary in stay-away pay.

This company employ over 18,000 employees globally and are market leaders in the design, installation and service of advanced industrial automation technology. They are currently striving towards achieving net zero and have sustainability at the heart of their business. They pride themselves on delivering the most reliable distributed control systems on the planet.

This role would suit someone who can programme and configure PLC's looking to step into a development focuses role with an OEM where you'll be taught by expert engineers to become an autonomous Systems Engineer.

The Role:
  • Programming distributed control systems used for industrial automation
  • Flexible hybrid working with up to 3 days at home per week
  • Full training on their bespoke systems
  • Occasional travel and off-shore work for up to 2 weeks a time
  • Every other Friday off
The Person :
  • Controls Engineer, Systems Engineer, PLC Programmer or similar
  • Ability to programme and configure PLC's or similar
  • UK Driving Licence
  • Job Reference: BBBH 26003e

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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