Project Engineer - Controls & Automation

Location: Ilkeston (Derbyshire)

Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 + overtime + excellent benefits + Career Growth

Our client, a rapidly expanding engineering specialist, is looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join their growing team. This is an outstanding opportunity to design and implement PLC and SCADA control systems for major infrastructure projects across energy, transport, water, airports, tunnels and more.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop advanced control systems

Create and implement PLC code and SCADA solutions

Oversee engineering projects from concept to delivery

Provide client and team training on system functions

Ensure all work meets the highest quality and safety standards

Collaborate with project managers, supervisors and technical leads

Occasional site work (approx. 20%) with minimal overnight stays

Candidate Profile

3+ years' experience in controls, PLCs or SCADA systems

Strong background in project engineering and automation

Full UK driving licence

Degree but not needed. Relevant experience highly valued

Career Growth & Development

Our client is experiencing significant growth and investment, creating exceptional opportunities for career progression, including:

Project Lead and Project Management roles

Technical Lead and Technical Manager positions

Regular salary reviews and performance-based pay rises

Comprehensive on-site training and ongoing professional development

Benefits

Flexible working hours (core 9:30am-4:00pm, 40 hours/week)

Overtime rates (1.5x after 10 hours and weekends)

32 days' holiday including bank holidays + birthday off

Pension (Company / higher with salary sacrifice option)

Life assurance (3x salary)

Free on-site gym

£500 annual family day-out allowance after probation

Sick pay and a positive, growth-focused culture

This is an exciting chance to join a forward-thinking organisation where you can make a real impact and fast-track your career.

Apply today to be considered for this exceptional opportunity.

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