S23 - Renewables

My client is a specialist automation and controls engineering business delivering complete control system solutions across industrial and infrastructure environments. Their work spans concept design, hardware specification, software development, commissioning, and long term support.

With a strong engineering led culture, they focus on building reliable, well documented systems using modern automation platforms. Engineers are given real ownership of projects and the freedom to design and deliver solutions properly, not just support them.

About the Role

They’re looking for an experienced Automation / Control & Instrumentation Engineer to take responsibility for delivering end to end control system solutions.

This is a hands on role covering the full project lifecycle, from initial design and software development through to commissioning and customer handover. You’ll work closely with internal teams and customers, shaping technical decisions and delivering robust automation systems using Siemens platforms and modern SCADA technologies.

What You’ll Be Doing

Design and develop automation and control solutions using Siemens TIA Portal and WinCC

Build SCADA and HMI applications using Ignition Perspective

Develop control system software from scratch based on project scope and functional requirements

Produce full documentation including FDS, SDS, FAT and SAT protocols, IO schedules, wiring diagrams, and technical reports

Define hardware specifications, instrumentation selection, and control panel requirements

Carry out fault finding, diagnostics, and on site troubleshooting

Support factory testing, site commissioning, and customer handover

Ensure systems meet relevant safety standards, including ATEX where applicable

About You

7 plus years experience in industrial automation or process control

Strong hands on experience with Siemens TIA Portal, PLCs, HMIs, and drives

Experience delivering SCADA solutions, ideally using Ignition Perspective

Comfortable reading electrical drawings and working safely on control systems

Proven ability to work independently and take ownership of complex projects

Clear communicator with a practical, delivery focused mindset

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary in the range of £60,000 to £75,000 depending on experience

Hybrid working model

End to end project ownership and technical autonomy

Supportive, engineering first culture

Clear progression into senior or lead engineering roles

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