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Control Systems Engineer

Earley
3 days ago
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Are you a skilled Control Systems Engineer ready to take on varied, high-impact projects across the UK?

We’re working with a fast-growing, independently owned automation specialist delivering cutting-edge control systems to some of the most recognised names in the industry. Supporting food & beverage, pharmaceutical and utilities to high-security industries such as defence, aerospace and nuclear. They champion innovation, embrace complex challenges and take pride in their delivery.

With a healthy project pipeline they are looking to bring talented engineers into their team.

Control Systems Engineers

£40,000 – £70,000 DOE + Pension + Healthcare + Life Assurance

Excellent training & development opportunities.

Berkshire - roles also available nationwide. Ref: 23753

Control Systems Engineer - The Role:

Design, configure and develop PLC & SCADA systems for a range of industrial automation projects.
At the more senior levels you will also be managing and developing teams of controls engineers.
Produce functional design specifications and test documentation (FDS, FAT/SAT)
Manage full project life cycles — from initial design to on-site commissioning
Liaise with clients and subcontractors to ensure seamless delivery.
Travel across the UK (c20%) to support commissioning and client interaction.
Control Systems Engineer - The Person:

Solid experience in real-time control systems design and commissioning.
Proficient in PLC programming (Rockwell / Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider).
SCADA design experience preferred.
Previous experience within a systems integrator environment
Comfortable managing documentation and project processes.
Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) and a full UK driving licence.
We are keen to see Control Systems Engineers with experience of the following packages:

PLC Software – Rockwell / Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider
HMI/SCADA Software – Rockwell FTView ME & SE, AVEVA InTouch & System Platform, Schneider ClearSCADA GEiFIX, Siemens WinCC
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a heritage of over 100 years and a current order book approaching £1Bn. They offer a clear career path, on-going professional training including Chartership and a collaborative working environment.

Preferably you will be degree qualified with background in a similar role. Strong communication skills are needed along with a full UK valid driving licence.

For further information call John Anderson

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