At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop PLC software for safety-critical engineering projects in the nuclear sector.
- Company: Join a leading engineering team focused on quality and reliability.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, hybrid working, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Work in a collaborative environment with exposure to multiple platforms.
- Why this job: Take ownership of complex projects and broaden your engineering experience.
- Qualifications: Strong PLC experience and a passion for control systems engineering.
The predicted salary is between 55 - 55 £ per hour.
Control Systems Engineer
Nuclear & Safety-Critical Engineering
Duration: 12-Month
Contract Rate: £50–£55 per hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Working: Hybrid – typically 2–3 days per week in the office
Security Clearance: BPSS required (SC eligible)
Travel: UK travel required at key project stages
The Opportunity
Are you a Control Systems Engineer with strong PLC experience looking for your next challenge? This is an opportunity to move beyond routine PLC work and take ownership of complex, safety-critical engineering projects within the nuclear sector. You'll join a technically strong and collaborative engineering team, working on systems where quality, reliability and safety really matter. With exposure across multiple PLC and SCADA platforms and involvement throughout the project lifecycle, this role is ideal for an engineer looking to broaden their experience and progress towards a Senior Engineer position. You'll be involved from initial design and software development through to testing, commissioning and delivery.
What You'll Be Doing
- You'll work across the design, development, integration, testing and commissioning of control and automation systems.
- PLC Software Development
- Design and develop PLC software using platforms such as:
- Rockwell – Studio 5000
- Siemens – TIA Portal
- Schneider – EcoStruxure
- HMI / SCADA
- Develop and configure HMI and SCADA systems, including:
- Rockwell FactoryTalk View ME/SE
- Schneider AVEVA / Citect / Vijeo Designer
- Siemens WinCC / WinCC Flexible
- InTouch / Wonderware or similar platforms
- Full Project Lifecycle
- You'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects from concept through to live commissioning, including:
- Concept and detailed design
- PLC software development
- System build, development and integration
- Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
- Customer Acceptance Testing (CAT)
- Site installation support
- Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
- Commissioning and start-up
- System validation and troubleshooting
- Technical fault-finding and problem solving
- Production of technical documentation, including design specifications, test documentation and user manuals
- You'll also work closely with electrical, mechanical and project delivery teams to ensure integrated solutions are delivered to a high standard.
Control Systems/ PLC Engineer employer: Millbank Holdings
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an exceptional employer, recognised as one of the UK's Best Big Companies to Work For, offering a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same. With a strong commitment to employee growth and a collaborative culture, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills while working on diverse site services equipment in a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. The company prioritises safety and continuous improvement, ensuring that you can thrive in your role as a Site Services Engineer.
