Senior PLC Automation Specialist

4 days ago


Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom Earthstream Full time

About the Opportunity

Earthstream is recruiting a Senior PLC Automation Specialist to join a leading automation company specialising in material handling systems. This exciting role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an experienced professional to take on a key position within our team.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing PLC code and associated processes from scratch, as well as liaising with 'in house' electrical Eplan or Autocad design engineers during the design phase. The ideal candidate will also lead the implementation of final commissioning to handover stage at clients' sites throughout the UK and occasionally Europe or International.

About You

We are looking for an experienced PLC commissioning engineer familiar with Siemens and Allen Bradley platforms using Step 7 / TIA Portal / Logix5000 packages. The successful candidate will have excellent knowledge of electrical schematic drawings and electrical safety circuits. In return, we offer a competitive salary of £55,000 - £70,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Developing PLC code and associated processes from scratch.
  2. Liaising with 'in house' electrical Eplan or Autocad design engineers during the design phase.
  3. Leading the implementation of final commissioning to handover stage at clients' sites.

What We Offer

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits including comprehensive training and development opportunities, a dynamic and supportive work environment, and the chance to work on high-profile projects. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.



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