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)

* Reward & Recognition programme