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Lead Automation Engineer (Allen-Bradley / Rockwell)

Ernest Gordon RecruitmentThorney, Peterborough🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 15 Oct 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Embrace a challenging and rewarding hybrid role as a Lead Automation Engineer, where you'll develop cutting-edge PLC and SCADA applications using Allen-Bradley/Rockwell systems, with excellent progression and training opportunities. If you are a technically adept engineer with strong ControlLogix and FactoryTalk View SE experience, you'll thrive in this position, contributing to impactful projects within a reputable company. Apply now to leverage your skills and grow your career.

Quick Overview

Salary
£55k - £60k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Temporary/Casual
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Thorney, Peterborough, United Kingdom
Posted
8 hours ago

Job Description

Lead Automation Engineer (Allen-Bradley / Rockwell)

£55,000 - £60,000 + Optional Overtime + Hybrid Working + Training + Progression + Company Benefits

Peterborough

Are you a Process Automation Engineer with strong Rockwell Allen-Bradley PLC and SCADA experience looking for a technically varied role with overtime opportunities?

This specialist engineering company delivers electrical controls, instrumentation and automation solutions across multiple industries. Its services span design, manufacture, installation and commissioning, helping clients improve operational efficiency, reliability and safety through tailored PLC, SCADA and control systems.

You'll develop PLC and SCADA applications, leading the automation team, supporting project delivery, commission control systems. You will be working alongside project engineers and design teams to deliver reliable, safe and efficient automation solutions.

This role would suit a PLC Engineer, Automation Engineer or Controls Engineer with strong ControlLogix and FactoryTalk View SE experience looking to work on a variety of industrial automation projects.

The Role:

  • Develop PLC and SCADA applications
  • Programme and configure Rockwell Allen-Bradley ControlLogix systems
  • Develop and maintain FactoryTalk View SE applications
  • Test, commission and troubleshoot automation systems
  • Ensure designs meet relevant regulations and customer specifications

The Person:

  • Experience with Rockwell Allen-Bradley ControlLogix & FactoryTalk View SE
  • Electrical engineering degree, apprenticeship or similar background

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Reference Number: BBBH27724

Keywords: Process Automation Engineer, Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, PLC Programming, SCADA, Rockwell Automation, Allen-Bradley, Electrical Engineering, Process Automation, Instrumentation, Industrial Automation, Peterborough, Hybrid

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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