Empower Talent is recruiting a Controls Engineer for a large food manufacturing site in Glasgow.
This is a hands-on role on a live production site - ideal for someone who enjoys being on the factory floor, solving problems, and improving how automated lines actually run.
What you’ll be doing
* Working with PLC, HMI and SCADA systems across high-speed production lines
* Fault-finding and improving Rockwell / Allen-Bradley controlled equipment
* Supporting shift engineers with automation issues and developing their capability
* Identifying and delivering improvements to reliability, safety and output
* Supporting commissioning and upgrades to existing machinery
* Acting as the go-to person on site for more complex controls issues
What we’re looking for
* Experience in a Controls Engineer or automation-focused role within manufacturing
* Strong working knowledge of Rockwell / Allen-Bradley PLCs (or similar with willingness to learn)
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment
* Hands-on approach - someone who enjoys fault finding and improving systems
* Food/FMCG experience is ideal, but not essential
Why this role?
* Stable, long-term position on a large production site
* Real ownership of automation and site improvements
* Opportunity to step into (or further develop in) a Controls-focused role
This role is being managed by Empower Talent. All applications will be handled in strict confidence.
Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat