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Attractive Salary | 🕓 4-Day Week | 🏠 Hybrid Working | 🚗 Travel & Expenses Covered
A fantastic opportunity for a Controls / PLC expert to take on a technology leadership role within a pioneering high-tech SME in factory automation and metrology.
We’re recruiting on behalf of a cutting-edge engineering company based in Nottingham, specialising in Adaptive Robot Control, Robotic Inspection, and Dynamic Tracking technologies. With ambitious growth plans, they are now seeking a Beckhoff PLC / Controls specialist (other major PLC platforms considered) to help shape and drive their next generation of solutions.
💡 About the Role
This is a senior technical leadership role focused on the design, implementation, and integration of advanced controls and automation systems. You’ll be leading the development of PLC and control architectures across complex robotics and metrology projects, providing both technical depth and strategic direction.
Working closely with the wider engineering and project teams, you’ll set the standard for controls excellence – mentoring colleagues, guiding best practice, and acting as the company’s go-to expert for Beckhoff PLC and related technologies. Expect a highly collaborative, customer-facing role where you’ll contribute directly to the innovation and delivery of multi-million-pound projects.
🛠 Key Responsibilities
Lead the development and integration of advanced PLC and control systems (Beckhoff preferred, but Siemens / Allen-Bradley / B&R considered)
Provide technical leadership on automation architecture, safety, and communication protocols
Act as subject-matter expert for controls and automation across all projects
Support and mentor engineers in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and commissioning
Engage with customers to translate technical requirements into robust solutions
Collaborate with mechanical, robotics, and software engineers to deliver fully integrated systems
Participate in project reviews, customer demonstrations, and site installations
Drive continuous improvement in controls capability, including digital manufacturing workflows
Contribute to the design of future offerings such as dynamic inspection and plug-in solutions
🎓 Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
Degree in Electrical / Controls / Automation Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 4 years’ industrial experience with Beckhoff PLC (TwinCAT 3) or comparable platforms
Proven expertise in PLC programming, HMI, and motion control
Experience commissioning automation systems in industrial environments
Customer-facing experience with the ability to present technical solutions confidently
Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
Experience integrating PLC with robotics and metrology systems
Familiarity with safety standards and functional safety design (SIL, PL)
Background in aerospace, automotive, or precision manufacturing environments
Knowledge of SPC, data-driven manufacturing, or Industry 4.0 concepts
👥 Competencies & Values
Natural technical leader with a collaborative approach
Hands-on problem solver who thrives in challenging environments
Confident communicator across technical and commercial discussions
High levels of integrity and professional responsibility
Passionate about innovation, precision, and quality delivery
🌟 What’s On Offer
£Attractive salary (depending on experience)
4-day working week (Monday to Thursday, 32 hours)
Hybrid model
Some Fridays may be required (balanced with shorter following weeks)
Full training and onboarding support
A key role in a flexible, forward-thinking company with low staff turnover and long-term vision
This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of controls technology at the heart of a growing, ambitious business – where your expertise will shape cutting-edge automation and metrology solutions.
INTERESTED? APPLY NOW!!!!
🛑 Please note:
All applicants must have permanent right to work in the UK

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