Lead Automation Project Engineer

LEAD AUTOMATION PROJECT ENGINEER Location: Manchester, UK Contract duration: 12-month contract – Renewable Project: EPC Recruitment Partner: Airswift Account Manager: Anthony Hughes We are currently looking for a Lead Automation Project Engineer to act as the focal point for Automation activities on a long-standing Master Service Agreement, ensuring all technical, commercial, and schedule requirements are met. The role is a mix of Project Engineer (i.e. manage delivery, execution and performance of Automation projects) and Lead Automation Engineer (i.e. deliver Automation scope of works). This is a contract position inside IR35 located in Stockport, Manchester, with hybrid work available, 3 days in the office. The contract will initially be for 12 months but is likely to be long term. Role & Responsibilities Lead and be accountable for the delivery, execution and performance of automation projects including upgrades/migrations as well as new installations. At any one time oversee a number of concurrent projects, such as: Honeywell DCS and FSC to Safety Manager migration PLC replacements (various manufacturers) Regular client interface, including bi-weekly site visits to Phillips66 facilities Determine new project requirements and develop comprehensive estimates (manhours & materials) with support from Automation & C&I engineers Prioritise activities and projects based on business needs and resource availability Create and maintain project schedules and resource planning Provide progress reporting to portfolio management During periods of reduced ’supervisory' duties, actively contribute to projects by: Writing and checking project deliverables (technical specifications, I/O schedules, drawings) Site Surveys to support estimates. Developing standardised processes and templates for future projects Experience & Requirements Experience in automation project delivery within the oil, gas, petrochemical or similar industry Strong knowledge of DCS systems and Functional Safety ’SIS’ implementations Experience with various PLC platforms and their integration Proficient in project management methodologies and tools Excellent client management and communication skills Proven ability to lead and coordinate technical teams Ability to develop accurate technical and commercial estimates Experience in resource planning and scheduling Demonstrated capability in writing technical specifications and documentation The next step We have an exceptional team in place, and we are pleased to be able to appoint a further person to our growing business. We are aware that you may not ‘tick all the boxes’, but if you believe you can genuinely offer some valuable skills and experience to our business, please in the first instance contact our recruitment partner Airswift.

Location: Manchester,, GB

Posted Date: 7/14/2025