PLC Design Engineer

PLC / Automation Design Engineer
?? Cleckheaton | £50,000 + Excellent Package | Manufacturing / Industrial Automation
Are you a skilled Automation Engineer with a passion for PLC design and control systems? Do you have a background in manufacturing and want to work on complex, high-impact projects in heavy industry and the chemical sector?
We’re working with a highly respected engineering company based in Brighouse, supplying automation and control solutions to the heavy industrial and chemical markets. With a strong project pipeline and continued growth, they’re now looking to bring in a talented PLC / Automation Design Engineer to join their expert team.
?? The Role: You’ll be responsible for designing and developing PLC-based control systems from concept to completion, supporting a range of industrial automation projects.
Key Responsibilities:

• Designing and programming PLC and HMI systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc.)
• Developing control system architecture and producing supporting documentation
• Working closely with electrical design engineers, project managers, and clients
• Supporting factory testing, commissioning, and occasional site visits
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and site safety requirements

?? What We’re Looking For:

• Strong experience in PLC programming and automation design
• Background in a manufacturing, process, or industrial environment
• Knowledge of control systems, instrumentation, and system integration
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings (EPlan/AutoCAD experience a bonus)
• Hands-on, solutions-driven mindset with a collaborative approach

?? What’s On Offer:

• Salary of £50,000 per annum
• Excellent package including pension, bonus, and development opportunities
• Stable, growing business with long-term customer relationships
• Varied project work with strong technical challenge and autonomy

This is an ideal role for a confident PLC / Automation Engineer looking to take ownership of design-led projects and work across a wide range of technically demanding sectors.
Interested?
Apply now or contact us for more details – all enquiries are handled in strict confidence.