Automation Engineer (DeltaV)

Automation Engineer (DeltaV) / Chemicals / Staff (£70k - £75k) + benefits / Staffordshire

We’re looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to join an established chemical manufacturing business in Staffordshire, with a key focus on DeltaV DCS and plant automation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who wants to work in a technically interesting process environment, with the chance to get involved in a live DCS project from day one. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and developing the site’s control systems while supporting automation improvements, projects and wider process optimisation.

The role offers a broad mix of hands-on engineering, automation projects, operation work, system modifications and continuous improvement, making it ideal for someone looking to develop their career within a specialist manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support PLC, SCADA and DCS systems, with particular focus on Emerson DeltaV.

• Support the ongoing DeltaV DCS project, from implementation through to commissioning and optimisation.

• Carry out fault finding and software/hardware modifications across control and automation systems.

• Support the site's Operational Technology (OT) systems and infrastructure.

• Lead and support C&I improvement and capital projects.

• Support alarm management, process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ensure C&I activities comply with relevant engineering, safety and regulatory standards.

• Work closely with Operations, Maintenance and Engineering teams to improve plant reliability and performance.

• Provide technical support, guidance and training to site personnel where required.

About You

You’ll ideally have:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Control, Instrumentation, Electrical or Automation Engineering.

• Hands-on DeltaV experience within a Batch environment – essential.

• Experience with PLCs, SCADA and industrial control systems.

• A good understanding of functional safety, SIL and Safety Systems.

• Knowledge of C&I engineering standards, HSE legislation and regulatory requirements.

• Experience supporting maintenance and plant engineering activities.

• Strong problem-solving, communication and organisational skills.

• Experience managing engineering projects, budgets or technical modifications.

What’s on offer

• Salary DOE – Between £65k- £75k + benefits

• Pension - Employee contributions from 4% minimum, with employer contributions of up to 12%

• Life Assurance

• 4x annual salary death-in-service benefit for pension scheme members

• 1x annual salary for non-pension scheme members

• Equivalent to 33 days per year, including 8 public/bank holidays

• Option to join the self-funded healthcare scheme, with no medical history required and monthly payment options

• Employee Support Programme, fully funded by the company, providing access to confidential telephone-based support and advice

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Electric car and bike schemes

• Company-funded training and leadership development

• Opportunities to gain professional qualifications and develop your career

All applicants must have UK rights to work and not require sponsorship