Contract PLC SCADA and HMI Development Engineer – Day Rates Available

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Contract PLC SCADA and HMI Development Engineer – Day Rates Available

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Deadline: March 12, 2026

Express Recruitment are delighted to be representing a Control Systems Solutions Provider that drive innovation and diversity whilst being pioneers of control system and environment solutions. They are looking for a Project Engineer to join their growing team.

Their ideal candidate will have considerable experience and a strong knowledge of control systems and automated systems. Due to providing on-site testing and commissioning for clients, the role will require a full, clean UK Driving Licence.

In return, they are offering a day rate of up to £500 per day depending on experience. This contract will roll on for an initial period of 3-6 months, with an opportunity for the role to go permanent for the right person. Umbrella or PAYE options available.

Responsibilities:

• Program, implement and design PLC controllers, including Siemens, Mitsubishi and Allen Bradley
• Develop and implement SCADA systems in house and on customer sites
• Prepare documents ready for clients and Engineers
• Travel on-site to perform full scale commissioning and testing of control systems
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, engineering best practices, and industry regulations
• Liaise with clients, team members, and management at multiple levels
• Provide end user training to a wide range of customers

Skills & Experience:

• Strong technical knowledge of control systems, instrumentation, and automated systems
• Demonstrable Engineering experience including instilling best practices and following industry regulations
• Proven experience in programming, designing and implementing PLCs, SCADA systems and HMIs
• Considerable experience working with control systems in an industrial environment
• Strong communication abilities, both written and verbally, including being able to communicate with clients, team members, and management at all levels
• Full, clean UK Driving Licence

Vacancy Summary:

Hours: 40 hours a week. Mandatory working periods:

• Monday – Thursday 9:30am – 4:00pm
• Friday 9:30am – 1:00pm

Salary: Up to £500 per day D.O.E

Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.