Automation Engineer (HMI / PLC)
Quick answer
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited is hiring a mid-level Automation Engineer (HMI / PLC) in Knutsford, Cheshire, offering a salary of £50,000 - £60,000 + 10% bonus, life assurance, private healthcare, and medical benefits.
- Role
- Automation Engineer (HMI / PLC)
- Organization
- Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
- Location
- Knutsford, Cheshire
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- £50,000 - £60,000 + 10% Bonus + Life Assurance + Private Healthcare + Medical + Flexitime
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
Design PLC and PCB control systems, produce PC software alongside HMI interface development, and test, fault find, and commission control systems. This role offers a fully autonomous technical expert position with clear routes to progress to a Team Leader role.
What you'll do
- Design PLC and PCB control systems
- Produce PC software alongside HMI interface development
- Test, fault find, and commission control systems
- Work predominantly from the office with occasional customer site visits
- Work Monday - Friday with flexible working hours, early finish Friday
What it takes
- Controls engineer
- PLC programming experience
- PCB control systems experience
- HMI development experience
- C# programming experience
- Experience in control systems testing
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Life Assurance, Private Healthcare, Medical, Flexitime
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Knutsford, Cheshire.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package includes a salary of £50,000 - £60,000 + 10% bonus, life assurance, private healthcare, and medical benefits.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include controls engineering experience, PLC programming, PCB control systems, HMI development, C# programming, and control systems testing experience.
How do I apply for this role?
To apply for this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
Is the role remote or in-office?
The role is predominantly in-office with occasional customer site visits.
How to apply
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