Control Systems Engineer

Jonathan Lee Recruitment
Carkeel, Cornwall, United Kingdom
3 days ago
Posted
6 Oct 2026 (3 days ago)

Control Systems Engineer

Plymouth

Competitive Salary

Our client is a well-established manufacturer of innovative equipment for a variety of industry sectors including aerospace, wind and automotive industry sectors. As a Control Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for developing controls software for manufacturing equipment, providing technical support to engineers & customers and managing system projects from initial concept through to delivery.

Control Systems Engineer Responsibilities:

Design and develop control systems for specialist manufacturing machinery and equipment

Develop, program and modify PLC-based control systems

Develop control system concepts, software specifications and supporting documentation

Support the design and integration of electrical and electronic control systems

Research new solutions, technologies and techniques to enhance our equipment and processes

Support the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and design through to build, testing, commissioning and customer handover

Test, troubleshoot and optimise control systems during equipment build and commissioning

Support on-site commissioning and testing of equipment in the UK and internationally

Control Systems Engineer Requirements:

Relevant engineering qualification such as a degree, HNC, HND or apprenticeship, or equivalent practical experience

Practical commercial/industrial experience in control systems, automation, electrical/electronic engineering or a closely related role

Experience developing or working with PLC-based control systems

Experience with industrial automation and machinery control

Experience developing, modifying, testing or troubleshooting control software

Strong technical understanding with the ability to develop accurate, practical engineering solutions

Understanding of electrical and electronic control systems

Ability to interpret relevant technical information, schematics and engineering documentation

Practical understanding of equipment testing, commissioning and fault-finding

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly and work effectively with colleagues, suppliers and clients

Experience with Siemens TIA Portal and HMI development.

If you are interested in Control Systems Engineer positions, please get in contact at your earliest convenience.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included

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