At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting automation projects from design to commissioning and mentor upcoming engineers.
- Company: Join Osprey Engineering Solutions, a dynamic team in Romford.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, company car, private healthcare, and 25+ days holiday.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive environment with ongoing training and fun team events.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in innovative control systems while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in control systems, strong PLC/SCADA experience, and leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 55 - 55 £ per hour.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Control Systems Engineer to take a leading role in delivering high-quality automation and control system projects from concept through to commissioning. This is a hands-on position combining technical delivery with team leadership, offering the chance to work on complex, innovative projects while mentoring and developing engineers.
The Role
- Lead the full project lifecycle: design, development, programming, testing, and commissioning
- Develop control system solutions in collaboration with clients
- Programme and configure PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems
- Provide technical leadership and mentor engineers, graduates, and apprentices
- Attend client meetings and conduct site surveys
- Produce detailed technical documentation and ensure compliance
- Support site commissioning activities (occasional travel required)
Requirements
- 5+ years’ experience in a senior or lead control systems role
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or similar
- Strong PLC, SCADA, and HMI experience (e.g. Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Wonderware/AVEVA)
- Proven experience in system design, programming, and modification
- Previous leadership or mentoring experience
- Strong client-facing and communication skills
- Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK
- Instrumentation and electrical experience desirable
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary and company car scheme
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
- Private healthcare and pension scheme
- Ongoing training and development support
- Access to wellbeing programmes and employee perks
- Regular social events and team-building activities
- Overtime/TIL and expenses scheme
This is a great opportunity for a driven engineer looking to take ownership of projects, influence technical delivery, and play a key role in a growing engineering team.
Control Systems Engineer / Senior Control Systems Engineer employer: Osprey Engineering Solutions Limited
Osprey Engineering Solutions Limited is an exceptional employer located in Romford, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee development, the company provides ongoing training, a competitive benefits package including private healthcare, and opportunities for career advancement, making it an ideal place for engineers looking to make a meaningful impact in their field.
Contact Details:
Osprey Engineering Solutions Limited Recruitment Team
