Control System Engineer

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. Derbyshire

Ref: 23822

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, AVEVE 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 Cheshire, this role would be commutable from Daresbury, Runcorn, Keckwick, Stretton and surrounding areas.

For further information call Sarah Clarke, Available on: 01902212000 or 07519122547

Or email sarah.clarke@automationexperts.co.uk