Are you a skilled Control Systems Engineer ready to take on varied, high-impact projects across the UK?
We’re working with a fast-growing, independently owned automation specialist delivering cutting-edge control systems to clients across diverse sectors. With a healthy project pipeline and growing demand, they’re looking to bring talented engineers into their team – from developing PLC/SCADA software to seeing projects through from concept to commissioning.
Control Systems Engineers
UK Wide Projects
£40,000 – £65,000 DOE + Pension + Healthcare Scheme + Life Assurance
Excellent training & development opportunities. Staffordshire
Ref: 23827
Controls Engineer - The Role:
- Design, configure and develop PLC & SCADA systems for a range of industrial automation projects
- Produce functional design specifications and test documentation (FDS, FAT/SAT)
- Manage full project lifecycles — from initial design to on-site commissioning
- Liaise with clients and subcontractors to ensure seamless delivery.
- Travel across the UK (~20%) to support commissioning and client interaction.
Controls Engineer - The Person:
- Solid experience in real-time control systems design and commissioning.
- Proficient in PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider).
- SCADA design experience preferred – essential for senior-level roles.
- Previous experience within a systems integrator environment
- Comfortable managing documentation and project processes.
- Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) and a full UK driving licence.
We are keen to see Control Engineers with experience of the following packages:
- PLC Software – Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider
- HMI/SCADA Software – Rockwell FTView ME & SE, AVEVA InTouch & System Platform, Schneider ClearSCADA GEiFIX, Siemens WinCC
As Control Systems Engineer you will be responsible for managing and taking ownership of numerous projects acting as a point of contact for the customer, including managing sub-contractors and controlling the procurement.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business who can offer you a clear career path, on-going professional training, a collaborative working environment and the chance to improve your technical skills. They also actively support Engineers seeking Chartered status.
Preferably you will be degree qualified with background of a similar role. Strong written and spoken communication skills are needed along with a full UK valid driving licence.
Located in Staffordshire, this role would be commutable from Derby, Loughborough Lichfield, Burton on Trent, Stafford and surrounding areas.
For further information call Sarah Clarke, Available on: 01902212000 or 07519122547
Or email sarah.clarke@automationexperts.co.uk