Applications Engineer

Based in North Wales, join a leading European manufacturing organisation renowned for innovative technologies and award‑winning operations. Support and develop OT applications, integrate automation systems, and play a key role in driving smart factory and Industry 4.0 digital transformation initiatives.

Basic salary: £35,000 – £40,000

• Early finish on Fridays – circa 20 Fridays off per year
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Reduced gym memberships
• Health cashback scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Subsidised on‑site canteen

You'll be working from our office based in Wrexham.

• Wrexham
• Chester
• Deeside
• Oswestry
• Ellesmere
• Whitchurch
• Crewe
• Shrewsbury
• Mold
• Rhyl
• Nantwich
• Runcorn
• Liverpool

As part of an ongoing digital transformation programme, our Automation Team is expanding and now requires an OT Applications Engineer to support the design, development and deployment of advanced automation and operational technology solutions. We create bespoke automated equipment and production lines, working with major suppliers and cutting‑edge technologies including industrial robots, cobots, 3D printing, and smart‑factory / Industry 4.0 systems.

This role will support both UK (Wrexham) and overseas manufacturing facilities.

• Design, develop, implement and maintain OT applications and automation systems
• Configure and deploy SCADA, HMI and MES systems across production environments
• Develop automation scripts and PLC logic for industrial control systems
• Build and integrate custom OT applications using C# and web‑based languages/frameworks
• Commission, test and validate OT applications on production lines
• Integrate OT systems with enterprise IT platforms for analytics, reporting and IT/OT convergence

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Computer Science or a related discipline
• Strong experience with SCADA systems and industrial communication protocols (Modbus, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP)
• Proficient in C# for application development and system integration, with database knowledge
• Able to work under pressure to tight deadlines across multiple projects
• Strong problem‑solving, communication and teamwork skills

We manufacture top‑of‑the‑range products from office printers to industrial machining centres. We have won awards for our carbon‑neutral recycling facilities in Europe and invest in our staff while promoting growth within our business.

As an international business, we offer the opportunity to work across the globe and support progression within the company.

Interested? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.

Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.