Automation Engineer - PLC

Written By Jake Norman

Automation Engineer at OAL

📍 Location: Peterborough, PE2 6YN | Up to £45k (Subject to Experience) | Full-Time, Permanent

About the role

Join our team of smart, dedicated engineers committed to making food manufacturing sustainable. At OAL, we're not just automating processes; we're pioneering the use of AI and robotics to make a range of food products.

If you're a team player with great analytical and technical skills, this is your opportunity to put your expertise to work. Dive into a role that challenges and inspires, within a company culture that values innovation, collaboration, and fun.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

  • Innovative Projects: Work on groundbreaking projects like our Carbon Trust net-zero initiative.

  • Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a workplace that’s all about teamwork, fun, and making an impact.

  • Professional Growth: Stay ahead of technology trends with on-the-job training and professional development opportunities.

Your Role Will Involve

  • Developing and enhancing OAL software, PLC & SCADA.

  • Leading the full software development lifecycle and ensuring software meets quality standards.

  • Evaluating customer requirements and producing specification documents.

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

  • Flexible Working: Find the balance with our flexible work arrangements.

  • Generous Holiday Package: Enjoy 25 days of holiday plus public holidays, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days.

  • Pension Scheme: Plan for the future with our company pension scheme.

  • Peace of Mind: Feel secure with our death in service benefit.

  • Continuous Learning: We’ll cover your professional fees, supporting your career development.

  • Smart Health: Access a 24/7 online GP, mental health support, and wellbeing services anytime.

What We’re Looking For

  • Essential: 2+ years in software development, BSc in Computer Science/IT, proficiency in multiple programming languages, and a full UK driving licence.

  • Desirable: Experience with Agile/SCRUM, PLC (Rockwell), Docker, SCADA (Ignition), web technologies (ASP.Net, HTML, CSS, JavaScript), React, Java, VB6/VBA, Entity Framework, and robotics control (KUKA)

About OAL

OAL helps food manufacturers automate. An innovative family business, based in Peterborough, the company provides automation and system integration services to food manufacturers. It’s a market leader for digital transformation, label and date code verification and robotic powder weighing. We're a growing SME offering fantastic opportunities in a fast-paced organisation. If you're ready to contribute to groundbreaking work in a supportive environment, we'd love to meet you.

Please fill in the form below to express your interest.

We’ll be in touch to request your CV and more information.

Jake Norman
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