https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-control-and-automation-engineer-vantage-consulting--a701d5d4-84e1-4117-a19b-ccade4c2dbff RSS feed for Senior Control and Automation Engineer at Vantage Consulting. en-gb Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:40:32 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-control-and-automation-engineer-vantage-consulting--a701d5d4-84e1-4117-a19b-ccade4c2dbff https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-control-and-automation-engineer-vantage-consulting--a701d5d4-84e1-4117-a19b-ccade4c2dbff Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Northwich | Salary: £50000 - £60000/annum | Type: Permanent | Senior Controls & Automation Engineer Employment Type: Permanent Reporting to: Engineering Manager Sector: Industrial Automation / Special Purpose Machinery The Role An established engineering business is looking for a Senior Controls & Automation Engineer to lead the development and standardisation of machine control systems across complex automated machinery. The role combines hands-on engineering with technical leadership, covering PLC software, motion control, automation, functional safety and machine connectivity . A key focus will be supporting the transition from Allen-Bradley to Siemens , while developing engineering standards and mentoring other engineers. Key Responsibilities Define and develop controls and software architecture standards. Lead the transition from Allen-Bradley to Siemens platforms. Design and develop PLC software using Siemens TIA Portal and S7-1500 PLCs . Configure and commission SINAMICS drives, Siemens safety systems and WinCC HMIs . Develop servo and multi-axis motion-control applications, including interpolation and synchronisation. Develop HMI/SCADA solutions, machine diagnostics and predictive maintenance funct... Permanent