Our client, a leading specialist in the controls and automation sector, is seeking a highly skilled Lead Automation Engineer for a contract role. This position is pivotal in ensuring the successful delivery of complex automation projects and requires an experienced professional who can lead a dynamic team to achieve operational excellence.

• Motivate and supervise the project engineering team, taking full responsibility for the successful technical delivery of a complete project solution according to the agreed scope.
• Ensure adherence to company procedures, budgetary constraints, and time-scale targets.
• Be proactive, allocate tasks among team members, supervise, assist, and monitor task progress.
• Advise the project manager on progress, risks, and issues.
• Work cooperatively with the Project Manager and engineering team to ensure smooth project progress in accordance with the agreed project lifecycle.
• Develop and deliver detailed design documentation.
• Hands-on delivery experience with PLC and SCADA (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, AVEVA, or Ignition).

• Significant experience in the full project life cycle from system specification through design, development, testing, and on-site commissioning.
• In-depth knowledge of PLCs and SCADA systems.
• Experience with electrical design and control panels.
• Understanding of HMI and instrumentation solutions.
• SC Clearance is desired or the ability to pass SC Clearance.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team to achieve project objectives.

If you are an enthusiastic and proactive Lead Automation Engineer with a proven track record in the controls and automation sector, we encourage you to apply now. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to exciting projects and further your career in a challenging and rewarding environment.