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Controls & Automation Engineer
Job Posted: 16 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Fort William, Highland
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Controls & Automation Engineer
Location: Fort William, Scotland
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive (starting bonus and relocation package available)
About the Role
We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Controls & Automation Engineer to join our engineering team in the heart of the Scottish Highlands at our Fort William site. This hands-on role is central to the reliability, performance, and improvement of our control systems across a 24/7 operational site.
Whether you’re experienced in heavy industry, manufacturing, or utilities, this is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing, safety-focused engineering environment where your skills will directly impact production reliability and team development.
A generous relocation package and starting bonus are available for the right candidate, along with access to one of Scotland’s most beautiful locations to live and work.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain and develop site control systems (PLC, HMI, SCADA) to minimise downtime.
* Troubleshoot complex control system faults and ensure rapid recovery post-failure.
* Deliver multiple automation/control projects, including site-wide improvements.
* Support capital electrical engineering projects with control systems input.
* Provide technical mentorship to engineers and apprentices.
* Lead safe systems of work and ensure contractor compliance with HSEQ protocols.
* Maintain up-to-date technical documentation and support configuration management.
What You’ll Need
Essential:
* Electrical & instrumentation knowledge.
* PLC programming experience (Siemens, Rockwell, etc.)
* HMI and SCADA systems experience.
* HND or above in an engineering discipline.
* Strong communication skills and practical fault-finding ability.
Desirable:
* COMAH site experience.
* Knowledge of UK HSE regulations and electrical standards.
* Experience leading or coaching engineers and technicians.
Working Hours
* Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:00pm
* Friday: 7:30am – 12:30pm
(No weekend working – excellent work-life balance.)
Benefits
* Competitive salary + bonus scheme (10% of base salary)
* £8,000 relocation package + 3 months paid rent + starting bonus
* 25 days holiday + 8 public holidays
* Company pension (up to 9% contribution)
* Life assurance (6x salary)
* Private healthcare or cash plan + dental cover
* Onsite gym and wellness initiatives
* Cycle to Work Scheme and employee discounts
* £1,000 Education Grant per child (in university)
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