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# Technical Specialist

- **Company:** Proactive Global
- **Location:** Stoke-on-Trent, UK
- **Salary:** £56,000.0 - £58,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Rslogix, Reliability of Systems, Tia Portal, Software Version Control
- **Published:** May 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/technical-specialist-stoke-on-trent-staffordshire/2783347578-2/

## About the Role

Strong background in Controls / Automation Engineering
Experience with Siemens S7 / TIA Portal PLC systems
Knowledge of SCADA and automated systems
Strong fault finding and troubleshooting ability
Experience within warehouse automation, material handling, conveyors, FMCG or manufacturing automation
Comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

## Description

We are looking for a Technical Specialist to join a highly automated warehouse and material handling
environment. This person will act as the on-site technical escalation lead, supporting complex automation and
controls issues across automated systems and conveyors. The role is hands-on and operational, focused on fault
finding, root cause analysis, system reliability, and supporting engineering teams on shift.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the lead escalation point for complex technical faults
Diagnose and resolve PLC, controls, electrical and mechanical issues
Support and guide shift engineers with technical expertise
Carry out root cause analysis and implement long-term fixes
Improve uptime, reliability and overall system performance
Manage PLC software backups, modifications and version control
Work closely with operations teams, customers and third-party suppliers
Support continuous improvement activities across site


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