Solenis

Process Automation and Control Engineer

Location UK Bradford

About Solenis

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems.

These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 70 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,500 professionals in 130 countries across six continents.

Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com. For more information, please visit www.solenis.com.

We’re looking for a Process Automation & Control Engineer to join our newly established European Engineering Hub, playing a pivotal role in delivering automation projects across the UK and Europe.

If you’re passionate about cutting-edge control systems and leading impactful projects across industries like chemical, pharma, oil & gas, or FMCG, this is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of automation in a growing, international team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead full lifecycle automation and Distributed Control System (DCS) projects across EMEA – from design to commissioning.
• Act as the technical authority on major projects, ensuring safety, quality, and cost standards are met.
• Collaborate with site teams, vendors, and leadership to drive project success.
• Support plant operations with system improvements, alarm reviews, and issue resolution.
• Travel occasionally for commissioning and site visits; hybrid working (2–3 days/week on site) with flexibility during key project phases.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Electrical or Control Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong background in automation and control systems, especially DCS.
• Proven project leadership experience with excellent communication and stakeholder skills.
• Solid knowledge of control philosophy, instrumentation, and process manufacturing environments.

Bonus if you have experience with:

• Emerson DeltaV DCS
• S88 / IEC 61512, SIS / IEC 61511
• Cybersecurity standards (IEC 62443, OG86, NIS)

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary
• Enhanced pension & private healthcare
• Life assurance
• On-site gym & multi-faith rooms
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• On-site parking with (some bays with EV charging points)
• Flexible working and a supportive culture

We understand that not every candidate will possess every desired qualification listed above. If your experience varies from our outlined requirements, yet you believe you can bring value to the role, we encourage you to apply and share your unique perspective with us.

At Solenis, we recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We offer attractive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and abundant opportunities for professional growth and development. If you're passionate about working for a world-class company and enjoy tackling complex challenges, we invite you to consider joining our team.

Solenis is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

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