PLC Controls Engineer

ATA Recruitment
📍 farnworth, england, United-Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 20, 2026

Job Description

PLC Controls Engineer – Industrial Automation (Material Handling & Controls)

Location: North West UK – Cheshire (must be based in the region)

Type: 6‑Month Contract → Permanent (Full‑time)

Salary: £60,000 - £80,000

On‑site: 5 days per week (38 hours) with global travel required

Overview

We are seeking an experienced PLC Controls Engineer to join a specialist engineering team delivering advanced automated material handling systems used in aviation security environments worldwide.

This is a hands‑on role focused on the development, commissioning, and support of high‑throughput conveyor‑based systems used in airport passenger screening lanes. You will play a key role across the full system lifecycle—from design, develop straight through to global deployment commissioning and on‑site support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain PLC control systems for automated conveyor and material handling solutions

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Job Details

  • Location farnworth, england
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Engineering
  • Posted Date June 20, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 30, 2026