Overview
PLC Programmer role at Royal Mail. Permanent, full time position with 41 hours per week, national travel expected.
Salary: Competitive salary plus £4,200/£3,700 car allowance, healthcare, 18% annual bonus potential, 27.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising with service. Company pension scheme with highly competitive contribution rates.
Location: Maidenhead, England, United Kingdom (travel across the network).
Role
Royal Mail is seeking a PLC Engineer to lead automation and controls across national infrastructure, driving innovation, designing cutting-edge systems, and integrating advanced automation.
Responsibilities
* Lead the design and development of plant and equipment controls, from system architecture to enterprise integration.
* Design control panels for motor control, LV distribution, safety systems, and site installations.
* Develop and implement electrical design standards across Royal Mail.
* Manage full project lifecycles – from concept and cost analysis to commissioning and handover.
* Define and execute Make vs Buy strategies for automation systems.
* Collaborate across departments to deliver integrated, cost-effective solutions.
* Act as a business expert, supporting lifecycle management and risk mitigation.
Qualifications / Skills
* 5+ years of hands-on experience with PLC systems (Siemens S7, SIMATIC, SIMOVE, Codesys).
* Strong background in LV distribution, small power systems, and lighting installations.
* Proven leadership in managing multi-skilled teams and contractors.
* Expertise in safety systems, risk assessments, and ergonomic design.
* Degree or equivalent experience in electrical engineering.
* Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
* Knowledge of Lean tools, Health & Safety regulations, and industry standards.
* Experience in unionised environments and project management.
Benefits
* Family friendly support - enhanced maternity pay, paternity leave, adoption leave and shared parental leave.
* Discounts and offers - more than 800 offers to save on groceries, days out, holidays and household bills.
* Supportive and generous company sick pay.
* Wellbeing resources and 24/7 access to services for physical and mental health, financial and social support.
* Available to permanent employees.
Royal Mail Group is committed to inclusion and representing the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, including the Armed Forces community. If you require adjustments during the hiring process, please discuss with your recruiter when contacted.
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