PLC Controls Engineer

Brioche Pasquier
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
3 days ago
£38,000 – £45,000 pa

Salary

£38,000 – £45,000 pa

Posted
16 Apr 2026 (3 days ago)

Are you looking to develop your engineering skills or thinking about applying your expertise in a new environment with exciting projects? Do you have a passion for automation and love the smell of freshly baked goods? Look no further! Brioche Pasquier UK is seeking a dynamic and innovative PLC Controls Engineer to join our team and contribute to the company’s ongoing success.

Location: Milton Keynes, UK

Hours: Full-Time, Monday-Friday 08:30-17:30. However, operational needs will require flexibility occasionally.

Starting salary: From £38k up to £45k based on the skills and experience you bring.

Benefits (subject to length of service):

Team bonus

Company Pension Plan with 7% employer contribution (3% employee)

Personal Health Plan

Discounts on shopping and gym memberships

Company Sick Pay and Income Protection Plan

Life Assurance

Opportunity for growth and development within the company.

Contract Type: Permanent

Note: We are currently not able to support visa sponsorship for this position.

The Role

As a PLC Controls Engineer, you will play a critical role in our manufacturing process, ensuring our production lines run smoothly and efficiently. To do this, you will:

Design and develop PLC programmes for our existing and upcoming automated production lines.

Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to minimise downtime and ensure optimal performance.

Conduct regular maintenance and upgrades on PLC systems to keep our technology at the forefront of the industry.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to implement process improvements and enhance productivity.

Train and support production staff in the operation of PLC-controlled equipment.

About You

Experience

Theoretical knowledge, gained through related study or on-the-job experience, of PLC programming, HMI, and industrial automation. Knowledge of Schneider and Allen Bradley platforms is an advantage.

Practical application of PLC programming knowledge from design to implementation stages, either within an education-based project, or projects in a previous PLC Controls Engineer role preferably in the food manufacturing industry.

Skills

Problem-Solver: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying root cause issues and driving workable solutions.

Communication: Articulate in verbal and written communication appropriate to the situation and your audience.

Collaborative Team Player: Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, gaining input across multiple functions to ensure compliance in engineering projects.

Why Brioche Pasquier UK?

As a family run company that has taken their success as a leading food manufacturer in Europe and grounded their roots in the UK market for over 2 decades, here are just some reasons to join Brioche Pasquier UK:

Innovative Environment: Work at our 240,000 sq ft. Milton Keynes facility, where traditional baking techniques andcutting-edgetechnology have enabled us to produce our popular Brioche products for the last 10 years.

Stability & Growth Opportunities Available:With expansion projects under way to support our stable growth strategy, there are opportunities available for professional development and potential career advancement.

Supportive Culture: Join a team where respect is at the forefront of all we do, and our management teams help create a culture of closeness and transparency in which you can thrive and develop.

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