Multi Skilled engineer / Automation Engineer - 12-Month Contract - £45-50 per Hour - South West
If you're an
Automation Engineer
who thrives on solving complex problems and seeing projects through from concept to commissioning, this role will put your skills to the test and keep you fully engaged. You'll be part of an experienced automation team, delivering PLC, HMI, and telemetry control systems that keep critical water and utilities infrastructure running smoothly across the South West.
Why This Multi Skilled / Automation Engineer Role?
Work on
projects with real-world impact
in the water and utilities sector
Be involved in the
full project lifecycle
— from design to commissioning
Join a
collaborative, technically skilled team
where knowledge-sharing is valued
Enjoy variety — office-based programming and on-site commissioning across multiple sites
Competitive
£45-50 per hour
rate,
12-month contract
What You'll Be Doing as a Multi Skilled / Automation Engineer
Programming PLC control software
(Siemens TIA Portal, Siemens Step 7, Mitsubishi GXIEC) to URS
Designing and creating HMI/SCADA interfaces
for operational control
Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
— bench and MCC panel
Configuring and commissioning
site telemetry systems
(Prism/ScopeX)
Installing, testing, and validating PLC code against URS on-site
Integrating with legacy PLC systems
to ensure operational continuity
Commissioning
fibre optic networks, radio Ethernet, and Profibus DP
Troubleshooting and resolving issues during commissioning
Providing regular updates to the Senior Automation Engineer
What We're Looking For in a Multi Skilled / Automation Engineer
Proven
Automation Engineer
experience in PLC, HMI, and telemetry systems
Confident with
Siemens and Mitsubishi PLCs
and HMI programming
Ability to integrate with existing/legacy control systems
Strong
problem-solving
and
fault-finding
skills
Excellent
communication
and
teamworking
abilities
Water/wastewater industry background — advantageous but not essential
Other Requirements
Valid CSCS card
Full UK driving licence
and reliable vehicle
High computer literacy (MS Office, virtual machines)
Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable
Right to work in the UK
IR35: Status to be determined via independent assessment
(For transparency, similar roles have previously fallen Inside IR35)
The Benefits for an Automation Engineer
High-impact projects
with visible results
Variety of work
— from programming to commissioning on site
Professional growth
in a skilled, supportive team
Financial reward
with competitive contract rates
Be part of
infrastructure projects that matter
to local communities
