Automation Controls Engineer

Reflect Recruitment Group

Full-time architecture-and-engineering
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Location
Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Posted
July 03, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Automation Controls Engineer

Location: Lincolnshire (ideally based near Gainsborough)
Reports To: Engineering Manager / Controls Manager



Monday to Friday



Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Automation Controls Engineer for our client in Gainsborough to support the design, development, commissioning, and ongoing support of automated machinery within the food processing and packaging sector.

The role will suit a proactive individual with strong PLC and control systems experience, ideally with exposure to VFFS or similar machinery. This is a hands-on role involving mainly office-based project work and a small amount of on-site trouble-shooting/commissioning, requiring occasional travel and overnight stays.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement control systems for automated machinery and production lines.

Program, test, and commission PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.

Support...