Control Engineers

Northfield
2 months ago
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One of the UK’s most established and recognisable service providers is looking to recruit experienced Control Systems Engineers to join their national engineering team.

With a long-standing presence and critical role in supporting the country’s infrastructure, the organisation operates a wide network of distribution centres, delivery hubs and automated processing facilities across the UK.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development and modernisation of key operational sites, designing and implementing innovative electrical systems that enhance automation, energy efficiency and long-term reliability.

Control Systems Engineer x 3

ROBOT & PLC PROGRAMMING & ELECTRICAL DESIGN SKILLS REQUIRED

£52000 - £60000 + £4200 Car Allowance +

Pension 13%, Bonus 18%, Private Healthcare & 27.5 Days Holiday + Stats

Work From Home - UK Wide Travel. Ref: 24968

Control Engineer - The Role:

Lead the design and development of plant and equipment controls, from system architecture to enterprise integration.

Design control panels for motor control, LV distribution, safety systems, and site installations.

Manage full project lifecycles – from concept and cost analysis to commissioning and handover.

Define and execute Make vs Buy strategies for automation systems.

Collaborate across departments to deliver integrated, cost-effective solutions.

Act as a business expert, supporting lifecycle management and risk mitigation.

Control Engineer - The Person:

5+ years of hands-on experience with PLC systems (Siemens S7, SIMANTIC, SIMOVE, Codesys).

Strong background in LV distribution, small power systems and lighting installations.

Proven leadership in managing multi-skilled teams and contractors.

Expertise in safety systems, risk assessments and ergonomic design.

Degree or equivalent experience in electrical engineering.

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.

Knowledge of Lean tools, Health & Safety regulations and industry standards.

Experience in unionised environments and project management

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