Control Systems Engineer

Coventry, West Midlands (county), United Kingdom
3 days ago
£40,000 – £60,000 pa

Salary

£40,000 – £60,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
8 Jul 2026 (3 days ago)

Benefits

Pension 23 days holiday plus bank holidays Training and development Paid overtime or time off in lieu Flexible or hybrid working

Control Systems Engineer

£40-60k + Overtime, Pension, Training & Development

OTE £70k + Excellent Training & Development Opportunities

Coventry – Flexible Working Available

Ref: 25559

Do you want to develop innovative PLC software for bespoke automation systems used by leading manufacturers?

An Automation and Control Systems specialist, are currently seeking a Control Systems Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This business deliver bespoke machinery and industrial control solutions across a wide range of sectors including Automotive, Aerospace, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Logistics and Advanced Manufacturing.

Controls Engineer – The Role:

Design and develop PLC software from first principles using Siemens TIA Portal/S7 and/or Rockwell Studio 5000

Support legacy Siemens S7 Classic, STL and IL software where required

Develop HMI and machine safety software in line with project specifications and safety requirements

Configure and commission VFDs, servo drives, motion control systems and remote I/O

Work with industrial communication networks including ProfiNet, Profibus, EtherNet/IP and similar protocols

Read and interpret electrical drawings, I/O schedules and Functional Design Specifications

Produce project documentation including FDS, commissioning records, test documentation and O&M manuals

Carry out software testing, fault-finding and system validation during factory acceptance and site commissioning

Work closely with Project Managers, Electrical Design Engineers, Panel Builders and Commissioning Engineers throughout project delivery

Commission bespoke automation systems on customer sites across the UK, including occasional overnight stays where required

Controls Engineer – What We're Looking For:

Strong experience with Siemens TIA Portal/S7 and/or Rockwell Studio 5000

c5+ years' writing PLC software from first principles for industrial automation or special purpose machinery

Machine safety software and functional safety principles

Experience configuring and commissioning VFDs, servo drives, motion control systems and industrial control hardware

Electrical fault-finding and interpreting electrical schematics

Experience producing clear technical documentation including FDS and O&M manuals

Strong problem-solving, communication and customer-facing skills

Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to customer sites as projects require

Desirable experience includes:

Siemens S7 Classic, STL or IL

KUKA, ABB or FANUC robotics

Motion control platforms including Siemens, Rockwell or Bosch Rexroth

CNC control systems

HMI, SCADA or Vision Systems

Machine safety training or Functional Safety experience

EPLAN Electric P8

Why Join?

Work on bespoke automation projects across a wide range of advanced manufacturing industries

Flexible or hybrid working during suitable software design phases

Exposure to the latest PLC, Motion Control and Industrial Automation Technologies

Paid overtime or time off in lieu for approved additional hours

Ongoing in-house and supplier-led technical training and professional development

Collaborative and supportive work environment, with opportunities for long-term career progression

37.5-hour working week, workplace pension and 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Interested?

This role is located in Coventry.

For further information please call Sharon Hill

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