Controls & Automation Engineer£45,000 - £55,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits + Early Finish Fridays + Relocation SupportAre you an experienced Controls & Automation Engineer looking for a hands-on role where you can make a real impact? This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing engineering team, working on a complex, 24/7 operational site where no two days are the same.This role combines technical problem-solving, project work, and leadership - giving you the chance to drive improvements, mentor others and play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly.What You'll Be DoingYou'll be at the heart of operations, responsible for maintaining and improving control systems to minimise downtime and maximise performance.Your responsibilities will include:Troubleshooting and resolving complex control system issuesMaintaining and enhancing PLC, HMI, and SCADA systemsLeading and delivering engineering and automation projectsSupporting site operations and ensuring rapid recovery from breakdownsDriving continuous improvement across control systems and equipmentManaging contractors and working closely with internal teamsMentoring and coaching engineers, technicians, and apprenticesWhat We're Looking ForWe're looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.Essential:Electrical and instrumentation knowledgeExperience with PLC, HMI and SCADA systemsPLC programming skillsHND (or higher) in an engineering disciplineStrong verbal and written communication skillsDesirable:Experience in a COMAH or heavy industrial environmentUnderstanding of health, safety and environmental legislationLeadership, mentoring or coaching experienceWhat You'll Get in Return£45,000 - £55,000 salaryBonus scheme (up to 2x target)24-hour responsibility payment (£3,150 per annum)25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidaysCompany pension contribution (4%-9%)Life assurance (6x salary)Private medical insurance or healthcare cash plan plus dental schemeOnsite gym and wellbeing initiativesEmployee Assistance ProgrammeEducation support grant (£1,000 per child in university, paid annually)Cycle to Work schemeEmployee rewards, recognition and discount programmesAdditional benefits:Sign-on bonus (equivalent to one month's salary)Relocation support up to £8,000Three months' rent coveredWorking HoursMonday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:00pmFriday: 7:30am - 12:30pm (early finish every week)How to Apply: To apply for the role of Controls & Automation Engineer, please submit your CV direct for review or reach out to Georgie Ireland at E3 Recruitment for more information.JBRP1_UKTJ