At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop control systems, PLC, HMI, and SCADA software.
- Company: Join a prestigious engineering firm with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and free onsite parking.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for travel and professional growth.
- Why this job: Expand your skills in a leading company while making a real impact.
- Qualifications: HNC/HND or degree in relevant engineering field; experience in controls engineering.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
The Rewards and Benefits on Offer:
- Immediate start available
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Free onsite parking
- Fuel/travel cover
- Generous holiday allowance
MTrec Technical are proudly representing our prestigious engineering client in their 2026 recruitment initiative with the recruitment of a permanent Controls Engineer to strengthen their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is looking to expand their knowledge and skills within an industry leading employer.
The Job You’ll Do:
- Design, develop and commission control systems
- Develop PLC, HMI and SCADA software
- Configure and integrate multifunction meters, protection relays, PLCs, HMIs, gateways and communications devices.
- Produce and review I/O schedules, control philosophies, cause and effect documents, and functional design documentation.
- Interpret electrical schematics, diagrams and layouts.
- Support the integration of systems using protocols such as Modbus RTU/TCP, Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP and BACnet.
- Carry out software testing, internal FAT, client FAT and support SAT/commissioning activities.
- Troubleshoot control system issues during design, manufacture, test and commissioning.
- Work with electrical design and production teams to ensure controls equipment is correctly specified, installed and wired.
- Maintain accurate software records, backups, revision control and project documentation.
- Provide technical support to clients, site teams and internal departments where required.
- Occasionally travel to client sites for commissioning, fault finding and project support.
About You:
- HNC/HND or degree in Electrical, Electronic, Control Systems or Automation Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.
- Experience in a Controls Engineer, PLC Engineer, Automation Engineer or similar role.
- Strong electrical understanding
- Experience with at least one major PLC platform, such as Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, Schneider or Mitsubishi based systems.
- Experience developing HMI or SCADA systems.
- Ability to read and understand electrical schematics, control circuits and panel wiring diagrams.
- Familiarity with industrial communications protocols
- Practical troubleshooting skills and a hands-on approach.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work with design, production, test and site teams.
Controls Engineer in Sunderland employer: MTrec Ltd Technical
Join a prestigious engineering firm that values collaboration and innovation, offering a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. With a supportive work environment and ample opportunities for professional growth, this role as a Controls Engineer allows you to expand your skills while working on cutting-edge projects. Enjoy the convenience of free onsite parking and travel cover, all while contributing to an industry-leading team dedicated to excellence.
