Jobs in Woking

Data Scientist

This role involves developing and maintaining machine learning models that power logistics and supply chain decisions for Ocado’s global partners. The Data Scientist will work on demand forecasting, drive-time prediction, and supplier reliability, using deep learning and time-series techniques. They will build scalable data pipelines, deploy models into production, and collaborate with engineering and product teams in a hybrid working environment.

Ocado London, United Kingdom

Junior Automation Engineer (PLC / HMI / SCADA)

Junior Automation Engineer (PLC / HMI / SCADA)£40,000 - £48,000 + Structured Training + Hybrid Working + Technical Progression + Varied Automation ProjectsThornbury, BristolAre you a Junior Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer or Software Project Engineer looking to accelerate your development...

Rise Technical Recruitment Gloucestershire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa

Automation Engineer

Designs and implements automated manufacturing systems, robotics, and PLC-controlled equipment for medical device production. Leads projects from concept through validation in a regulated environment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Works closely with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency, capacity, and process reliability.

Syntech Recruitment Waterford, Waterford County, Ireland £58,200 – £64,200 pa

On-site Permanent

Maintenance Engineer

This role involves hands-on engineering to support the logistics system in an automated distribution centre. Responsibilities include reactive and planned maintenance, keeping records up-to-date, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires strong electrical and mechanical skills, experience with PLC control systems, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Chesterfield, United Kingdom £50,000 – £51,000 pa

On-site Permanent Shift-work

Controls Engineer

Design and develop PLC software for bespoke industrial automation systems across automotive, food & beverage, aerospace, and pharmaceutical sectors. Work through full project lifecycle from software design to commissioning, configure VFDs, servo drives, and fieldbus networks, and support on-site testing and customer handover. Collaborate with engineering teams and travel to client sites across the UK.

Automation Experts Ltd Coventry, West Midlands (county), United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa

Controls Engineer

Design and develop PLC software for custom industrial automation systems across automotive, aerospace, and pharmaceutical sectors. Handle full project lifecycle from development to commissioning, including safety systems, drive configuration, and on-site troubleshooting. Work closely with engineering teams and travel to client sites across the UK.

Automation Experts Ltd Barwell, Leicestershire, LE9 8DD, United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa

PLC Controls Engineer

This role involves hands-on commissioning and troubleshooting of PLC-controlled automation systems on live automotive production lines. The engineer will modify Siemens S7 code, diagnose faults, and ensure compliance with FAST standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Close collaboration with technical teams is required to bring automated stations online safely and efficiently.

Ganymede Dagenham, London, RM10 8PE, United Kingdom £40 – £50 ph

Contract

Senior Computer Vision Engineer - Deep Learning

Design and deploy production-grade computer vision systems using deep learning techniques such as CNNs and Vision Transformers. Translate AI research into robust, real-world applications for defence and security environments. Work across the full development lifecycle, from research to deployment on cloud and edge platforms, in close collaboration with software engineers and researchers.

MFK Recruitment Brentford, London, TW8 9DE, United Kingdom £70,000 – £95,000 pa

Machine Learning Engineer - Spiking Neural Networks

Develop an engineering-grade spiking neural network engine for machine vision applications in defence and security contexts. Translate advanced research into robust production software using C++ and machine vision techniques. Collaborate with researchers and engineers on SNNs, CNNs, and Transformers, with integration into operational systems.

MFK Recruitment Brentford, London, TW8 9DE, United Kingdom £75,000 – £100,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Control Panel Builder

Build and wire low-voltage control panels for bespoke industrial equipment using electrical schematics and mechanical drawings. Install components like relays, drives, and PLCs, and perform continuity testing. Work in a custom workshop environment with varied materials and small-batch production, collaborating with design and test teams.

Anne Corder Recruitment Great Gransden, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £36,000 – £37,000 pa

Control Systems Engineer

This role involves designing and supporting electrical, control, and automation systems across diverse engineering projects. You'll develop PLC-based control solutions, create electrical drawings, and contribute to system testing and integration. The position requires hands-on problem-solving and collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams in a technical, project-driven environment.

DK Recruitment Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa

Senior Controls Engineer

Design and develop control systems for automated logistics solutions using Siemens PLCs and TIA Portal. Develop safety software compliant with BS-EN13849, commission systems onsite in the UK and occasionally overseas, and collaborate with project teams to deliver bespoke automation projects. Work involves both workshop-based engineering and field deployment.

Axion Recruitment Limited Madeley, Telford And Wrekin, Shropshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £65,000 pa

Senior Controls Engineer

Design and develop control systems for automated logistics solutions, including programming Siemens PLCs from scratch, creating HMI interfaces, and implementing safety-compliant software. Commission systems both in the UK and occasionally overseas, with responsibility for end-to-end project delivery at an engineering level. Work across workshop and site environments as part of a collaborative controls team.

Axion Recruitment Limited Bulwell, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £65,000 pa

Control Systems & Automation Engineer

This role involves maintaining and enhancing PLC-based control systems for custom scientific and laboratory equipment, with a focus on production support, troubleshooting, and integration of motor and pump controls. The engineer will collaborate with R&D and electronics teams, support acceptance testing, and gradually transition into microcontroller-based systems for future product development. The position offers technical variety across the full product lifecycle, from existing systems to next-generation control platforms.

H Squared Talent Ltd Bowdon, Manchester, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

WCS Test Engineer (Bench Testing)

This role involves hands-on bench testing of Warehouse Control System (WCS) software in a controlled environment, simulating real-world warehouse operations to validate functionality, integration, and reliability prior to deployment. The engineer will create and execute test scenarios, identify defects, and work closely with development and controls teams to ensure robust performance under both normal and exception conditions. Focus areas include routing logic, inventory workflows, system integrations, and validation of automation equipment interactions.

Computer Futures United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa