PLC Engineer

Location Lichfield
Job Type Contract
Salary £45 - 50 per hour Outside IR35
Contact Adil Shaikh
Call 07920 410 329
Reference 236.PLC

PLC Service Engineer (Contract – 10 Weeks)

Location: Midlands (Telford or Nottinghamshire based)
Contract Length: Approximately 10 weeks with potential extensions 
Working Pattern: 4 on 4 off (days & nights)

Standard Day Hours (when not on call): 8:00am – 5:30pm

On-Call Day Shift: 6:00am – 6:00pm

On-Call Night Shift: 6:00pm – 6:00am

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced PLC Service Engineer to support automation and conveyor systems across the Midlands region. This is a primarily remote-based role, with engineers responding to site callouts as required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Respond to breakdowns and service callouts across the Midlands.
  • Fault finding and diagnostics on conveyors and automated systems.
  • PLC troubleshooting and modifications.
  • Provide technical support to site teams.
  • Ensure minimal downtime and efficient resolution of issues.

Key Requirements

  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic experience on conveyors and automation systems.
  • Proficient with Siemens TIA Portal.
  • Comfortable working independently in a field-based, call-out environment.
  • Full UK driving licence (assumed for field-based role).

To be considered for this role please either hit the ‘Apply’ button on this site or email your CV directly to adil.shaikh@ata-recruitment.co.uk. I can also be contacted directly on 07920410329. I look forward to hearing from you!

You must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Sponsorship is not provided

ATA Recruitment specialise in the recruitment of engineers across the UK, so if this role is not for you, please do have a look on our website for further potential opportunities which may suit your skills and experience better – if you have the skill, we have the recruitment knowledge and together we can find you your perfect job! –

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