Control Systems Engineer

Lemington, Newcastle upon Tyne
4 months ago
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Are you a skilled Control Systems Engineer ready to take on varied, high-impact projects in the North East?

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

£50,000 – £70,000 DOE + Pension + Healthcare + Life Assurance

Excellent training & development opportunities.

Newcastle. Ref: 23824

Controls Engineer - The Role:

Design, configure and develop PLC & SCADA systems for a range of industrial automation projects

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.

Controls Engineer - The Person:

Solid experience in real-time control systems design and commissioning.

Proficient in PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider).

SCADA design experience preferred – essential for senior-level roles.

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, 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.

Office based in Newcastle commutable from; South Sheilds, Sunderland, Consett and Blyth.

For further information please contact Sharon Hill

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