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Electrical Engineer with PLC Programming

Company:Bakkafrost Scotland
Salary:£60,030 - £60,030
Hours:Full-time
Location: Applecross, IV54 8XH
Job type:Permanent
Posting date:16 Jul 2026
Closing date:11 Sept 2026
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Summary

At Bakkafrost Scotland we breed, rear and process superior salmon in the pristine waters of the West Highlands and Islands. If you are an ambitious and motivated person looking for your next challenge in an exciting workplace now is the perfect time to take your next step with Bakkafrost Scotland.  

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer with a focus on PLC programming, panel building, and automation projects. This role will play a key part in designing and implementing advanced automation solutions for water systems within our Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) facilities. The successful candidate will work across multiple sites, integrating systems into our SCADA platform and delivering innovative automation solutions that support operational efficiency and sustainability. 

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer the following:

  • Share bonus program

  • Market-leading pension

  • Non-contributory life insurance and individual critical illness cover

  • Generous Occupational Sick Pay

  • 31 days’ holiday per year (inclusive of public holidays) and the option to buy or sell up to 3 days’ entitlement

  • Enhanced relocation support

  • Long service award - £500 after 5 years' service, £2,000 after 10 years' service

  • Employee recognition scheme

  • Professional development support and employee assistance program

  • A commitment to health & safety and an excellent occupational health service

  • Continuing investment in our business, our people and our technology

  • Wider Wallet Scheme giving access to discounts from over 14,500 retailers in the UK

  • Cycle to Work Scheme - saving between 25-39% on the cost of a new bike

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