Control Systems Engineer | Colchester | Up to £55,000
The company
We're working with a well-established, specialist engineering business based in Colchester that designs and delivers safety-critical control systems for demanding sectors including rail, marine, and oil & gas, with projects spanning the UK and internationally. This is a genuinely interesting place to build a career: small enough that your work has real impact, experienced enough that the technical challenges are serious.
The role
As a Control Systems Engineer you'll be involved across the full project lifecycle, from initial design through to on-site commissioning, working on both new builds and upgrades to existing systems. Some UK and overseas travel is required for commissioning work, so a willingness to be away from home periodically is important.
- Developing detailed control system designs, wiring schematics, and layouts using AutoCAD
- Writing and developing PLC code, Allen Bradley Rockwell as a minimum
- Designing SCADA systems and HMIs
- Hardware and software design engineering
- Testing, validation, and commissioning of new systems (UK and overseas sites)
- Reviewing project specifications and developing functional design documentation
- Attending technical and design meetings with clients and stakeholders
What we're looking for
- Proven experience in control systems design and implementation
- Strong PLC programming skills, Allen Bradley Rockwell essential
- Proficiency with SCADA, HMI, and related control system hardware/software
- AutoCAD experience is essential, evidence of this will be required
- Industrial communications knowledge (Profibus, Ethernet, DeviceNet)
- Degree in Control, Automation, or Electrical Engineering preferred
- Experience with safety-critical or SIL-rated systems is a strong advantage
- Rail industry knowledge is advantageous but not essential
- Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas
What's on offer
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Annual performance-based bonus
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Subsidised gym membership
- Team building events
- Pension scheme
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