Project Engineer (Automation)
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 22 March 2026
LOCATION
Antrim
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£70,000 / year
CATEGORY
Engineering
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion
SKILLS
PLC
SCADA
DCS
Automation Systems
Electronic Engineering
Electrical Engineering
FULL DESCRIPTION
Project Engineer (Automation)
£50-60K ~ £60-70k
The Role:
The post-holder will have responsibility for:
- Specification, design, development, installation, testing and administration of control systems
- Ensuring that automation systems operate efficiently and safely, and in compliance with cGXP regulations
The Person:
Suitable candidates will possess the following:
- A minimum of HND in Electronic / Electrical Engineering – a BEng or BSc in Software Engineering or Automation related subject would be advantageous
- Have experience in delivering excellent results and projects in manufacturing environment
- Experience of providing support, maintenance, or system administration for existing automation systems
- Ideally have BMS & EMS experience
- Experience of specification, design, installation, commissioning automation systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS)
- Ideally have experience and knowledge of Eurotherm Wonderware, Satchwell, Schneider or Cylon systems
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary is on offer together with a host of other attractive benefits including:
- Excellent Holiday entitlement
- Health Scheme
- Enhanced Pension contribution
- Learning and Development opportunities
- Flexible working options
To apply please forward your CV (in Word format) using the link provided.
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