Lead Automation Engineer - Sheffield - c.£65,000 (+/- DoE) The Situation A bespoke engineering solutions provider are looking to expand their engineering capability by hiring a Lead Automation Engineer.The Lead Automation Engineer will be working on one of their flagship projects, delivering upgrade work to some of the UKs critical infrastructure. This is a team leadership position, managing a team of c.4 engineers + potential subcontractors. The Lead Automation Engineer will be involved from design through to development, commissioning and long-term support (4-5 years). You will have a high degree of autonomy and be responsible for technical leadership and code review.Key Responsibilities Structured software development leadershipReviewing and assuring code qualityManaging development activities and delivery timelinesCommissioning and FAT activitiesSupporting projects through full lifecycleIntegration with mechanical/electrical systemsMaintaining safety and compliance standardsSupporting team development and hiring Location:Sheffield - Initially onsite with ability to work 2 days from home over time. Salary:£55,000 - £65,000 (+/-) dependent on experience Essential Experience to Secure Interview - Lead Automation Engineer Strong background in SW and automation of mechanical systems (motors and drivers)PLC programming experience Allen Bradley, Rockwell, Siemens etcLed on technical delivery or had senior mentorship experience Capability to review and oversee codeSecurity clear