Senior Automation Engineer

EXCLUSIVE AUTOMATION ROLE IN CRAIGAVON Job Title: Senior Automation Engineer Description: We are EXCLUSIVELY hiring for our client, a specialist engineering company based in Craigavon, who are seeking to appoint a Senior Automation Engineer to support ongoing project delivery and customer engagement. This role has become available following a planned team change and offers the right candidate the opportunity to step into a well-rounded position that blends technical automation expertise with hands-on support and customer-facing interaction. The company specialises in motors, gearboxes, VSDs, soft starts, switchgear, PLCs and HMIs, with automation projects primarily supporting product sales and post-sales service. The successful candidate will work on a variety of interesting projects, including PLC programming, technical support, training, and site commissioning. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a strong reputation, great company culture, and clear investment in both people and product innovation. Top 3 Things to Know About this Job: Salary range : Very competitive market salary DOE bonus Flexible working : Hybrid/ad hoc working available, based on project needs Varied role : Programming, commissioning, customer support, and training The Role: Design, program and commission PLC and HMI systems (Hitachi and WEG platforms) Provide remote and on-site technical support to customers across NI Deliver training and technical guidance on automation products Support the internal sales and product teams on automation-related projects Carry out occasional site visits for installations and commissioning (approx. 3-4 times per year) Contribute to process improvements and support internal knowledge sharing The Person: HND or higher in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or similar. Time-served background in electrical or controls engineering preferred but not essential. 5 years' experience in automation, ideally with PLCs and HMIs Ability to troubleshoot, commission, and support automation systems Comfortable engaging with customers and supporting sales from a technical perspective Motivated, adaptable, and a strong cultural fit for a collaborative, customer-focused team The Reward: Very Competitive market salary DOE bonus Sales-based company bonus scheme for all staff Flexible hybrid/ad hoc working to suit project and personal needs Supportive, low-pressure working environment focused on long-term success Excellent opportunity to work across a variety of customer-led projects Next Steps - Why Hunter Savage For further information, and to apply for this Senior Automation Engineer job, please contact Dominic Heron at Hunter Savage on or email . At Hunter Savage, we are a specialist recruitment consultancy working across Engineering & Manufacturing sectors in Northern Ireland and ROI. We take pride in our consultative, honest approach and deep sector insight - supporting clients and candidates in making career decisions that lead to long-term success. Salary guidance is based on experience and market factors. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria based on volume and quality of applicants. Benefits: bonus

Location: Craigavon, GB

Posted Date: 11/1/2025