PLC Controls Engineer
CV-LibraryOxfordcontractPosted: 29 April 2026
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Based in Oxfordshire
8 month contract
£50ph outside IR35
Are you passionate about food production, quality, and innovative manufacturing? We’re looking for a talented Controls Engineer to design, develop, and optimise automation systems that keep our food production lines running safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards
Key Responsibilities of Controls Engineer
Design and develop control systems for industrial processes and machinery
Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions
Conduct system testing, commissioning, and ongoing support
Optimise performance, reliability, and safety of automated systems
Requirements of the Controls Engineer
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Automation, or related field
Experience with PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley)
Previous experience within FMCG, Automation or similar
Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
The benefits of this Controls Engineer contract are:
Minimum of 40 hours per week available
Outside IR35
Long term contract
To be considered for this role please either hit the 'Apply' button on this site or email your CV directly to
ATA Recruitment specialise in the recruitment of Engineers across the UK, so if this role is not for you, please do have a look on our website for further potential opportunities which may suit your skills and experience better - If you have the skill, we have the recruitment knowledge and together we can find you your perfect job! -
You must be eligible to live and work within the UK. Sponsorship is not provided.
ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
Based in Oxfordshire
8 month contract
£50ph outside IR35
Are you passionate about food production, quality, and innovative manufacturing? We’re looking for a talented Controls Engineer to design, develop, and optimise automation systems that keep our food production lines running safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards
Key Responsibilities of Controls Engineer
Design and develop control systems for industrial processes and machinery
Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions
Conduct system testing, commissioning, and ongoing support
Optimise performance, reliability, and safety of automated systems
Requirements of the Controls Engineer
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Automation, or related field
Experience with PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley)
Previous experience within FMCG, Automation or similar
Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
The benefits of this Controls Engineer contract are:
Minimum of 40 hours per week available
Outside IR35
Long term contract
To be considered for this role please either hit the 'Apply' button on this site or email your CV directly to
ATA Recruitment specialise in the recruitment of Engineers across the UK, so if this role is not for you, please do have a look on our website for further potential opportunities which may suit your skills and experience better - If you have the skill, we have the recruitment knowledge and together we can find you your perfect job! -
You must be eligible to live and work within the UK. Sponsorship is not provided.
ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation