At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop PLC software and SCADA applications for nuclear automation projects.
- Company: Growing systems integration business in Cheshire with a focus on safety-critical environments.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, long-term career opportunities, and sponsorship for UK security clearance.
- Other info: 80% office-based, 20% site-based with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the nuclear sector while working on technically challenging projects.
- Qualifications: Strong PLC software development experience and familiarity with engineering documentation.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 65000 £ per year.
Samuel Frank is recruiting for an experienced Control Systems Engineer to join a growing systems integration business based in Cheshire. This role will suit someone who enjoys developing PLC software from scratch, producing high-quality engineering documentation and delivering automation projects within highly regulated industrial environments.
The successful Control Systems Engineer will work on control systems projects within the UK nuclear sector, supporting safety-critical facilities through the full project lifecycle. The role offers the opportunity to work on long-term projects where engineering quality, documentation and compliance are just as important as the software itself.
Key aspects of the Control Systems Engineer role include:
- Writing PLC software from scratch for nuclear and other highly regulated process automation projects
- Developing SCADA and HMI applications for safety-critical industrial control systems
- Producing Functional Design Specifications (FDS), Software Design Specifications (SDS), FAT documentation, test procedures, commissioning documentation and technical manuals
- Working across the full project lifecycle from initial design through to commissioning and customer handover
- Working to structured engineering processes and quality standards expected within the nuclear industry
- Approximately 80% office based and 20% site based, predominantly across North West nuclear sites with limited overnight stays
Successful applicants will be sponsored through the relevant UK security clearance process, making this an excellent opportunity for engineers looking to establish a long-term career within the nuclear sector.
The successful Control Systems Engineer is likely to have:
- Strong PLC software development experience, ideally using Siemens or Rockwell / Allen Bradley platforms
- Experience developing HMI and SCADA systems
- Previous experience producing structured engineering documentation including FDS, SDS, FAT documentation and test procedures
- Understanding of industrial networking and communication protocols
- Experience working within regulated industries such as nuclear, defence, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, utilities, oil & gas or process manufacturing would be advantageous
- An appreciation of functional safety standards, quality assurance processes and industrial cyber security principles
- A methodical approach with strong attention to detail and an appreciation of working within controlled engineering environments
- Full UK driving licence
- Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC)
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship and be able to satisfy the security clearance requirements.
If you are a Control Systems Engineer, PLC Software Engineer, Automation Engineer, SCADA Engineer or Systems Engineer looking to build a long-term career delivering automation projects within the UK nuclear sector, and would welcome the opportunity to gain UK Security Clearance whilst working on technically challenging projects, please apply today.
Control Systems Engineer in Birmingham employer: Samuel Frank
Samuel Frank is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in West Yorkshire where innovation meets flexibility. With a strong focus on employee development, the company provides extensive training and career progression opportunities, ensuring that every team member can thrive while working on exciting engineering projects. The combination of competitive salary, bonuses, and flexible working hours makes it an attractive place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
