Controls / Automation Engineer (510 / 26347) Location: Plymouth (PL6) Commutable from: Saltash, Plympton , Plymouth, Ivybridge , South Brent, Tavistock Salary: GBP50,000 : GBP55,000 per annum Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday days roles Benefits: * Pension scheme matched to 5 * Bonus scheme (Attendance / Production) * Life Insurance x 3 * Ongoing training and development * 25 days annual leave Our prestigious client, a leading manufacturer in the heavy industry sector, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Controls / Automation Engineer to ensure the reliability and optimal performance of their critical electrical and automation systems. With a strong commitment to operational excellence and minimizing downtime, they require a proactive and technically proficient professional to join their maintenance team. Role and Responsibilities: * Research and identify new technologies to upgrade outdated automation equipment * Propose and implement upgrades for obsolete software and hardware, assessing impact and risks * Collaborate with project teams to create automation specifications for industrial projects * Conduct functional analyses and liaise with vendors to ensure project success * Provide automation expertise to address critical equipment failures and document effective procedures * Maintain automation systems, ensuring equipment is well:documented and staff are trained for servicing * Implement retrofitting solutions and provide training for staff on new systems Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: * Extensive knowledge of electrical systems and equipment, including power distribution, motor control, and instrumentation. * Proven expertise in troubleshooting and repairing complex electrical and automation systems in a heavy industry environment. * Proficiency with Siemens S7/ S5 is highly desirable. * Familiarity with SCADA systems for monitoring and controlling industrial processes. * Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in a maintenance environment. * Experience in a heavy manufacturing environment (e.g., steel, cement, mining) is highly advantageous. * Strong problem:solving, analytical, and communication skills. * Comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and standards, including electrical safety. * Possession of a recognised apprenticeship and relevant electrical qualifications up to ONC/HNC level is essential, with a preference for candidates holding a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. * Possession of a recognised apprenticeship up to ONC/HNC level is essential Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: Controls / Automation Engineer (510 / 26347) Location: Plymouth (PL6) Commutable from: Saltash , Plympton , Plymouth, Ivybridge , South Brent, Tavistock Salary: GBP50,000 : GBP55,000 per annum Suitable candidates should apply immediately by contacting our Managing Consultant, Ashley Reynolds. If you are interested in this position please click apply. Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent and contract roles within Engineering and Manufacturing, IT and Digital, Science and Technology and Service and Sales sectors. Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.