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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