Controls Engineer

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Wigan, United Kingdom

3 months ago

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Controls Engineer

Location: Wigan

Up to £50,000 per annum plus 20% Overtime available

We are looking for a Controls Engineer to join a growing automation team in Wigan. This is a hands-on role offering a mix of office-based engineering and on-site commissioning, delivering control solutions for industrial and FMCG environments. We're ideally looking for someone with conveyor or materials handling experience and exposure to Siemens TIA Portal, but we're open-minded and keen to speak with capable controls engineers from a range of automation backgrounds.

This role requires regular time in the office, alongside site visits for commissioning and support.

As a Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for:

Designing and developing PLC control systems for automated and conveyor-based solutions

PLC programming, ideally using Siemens TIA Portal (other PLC experience considered)

Supporting system integration, testing, and fault-finding

Carrying out FAT, SAT, and on-site commissioning at customer locations

Working closely with mechanical, electrical, and project teams

Providing technical support during project delivery and after installation About You

Essential:

Experience in controls or automation engineering

PLC programming experience (Siemens TIA Portal preferred)

Practical understanding of industrial automation systems

Willingness to attend site for commissioning activities

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude Desirable:

Conveyor or materials handling system experience

FMCG, manufacturing, or logistics background

Experience commissioning control systems on customer sites

Knowledge of industrial communication networks and field devices What's on Offer

Salary up to £50,000 (depending on experience) plus 20% overtime

Varied role with both office and site-based work

Exposure to a wide range of automation and control projects

Opportunity to develop skills within a growing automation business Interested or know someone suitable? Send the CV to Luana Ferreira at or call her on (phone number removed).

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global are an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias. When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role!

Proactive also offer a referral scheme for successful applicants - if you know anyone that could be suited to this position then please contact Proactive with their details and if they are placed by Proactive you will receive £250. *T&Cs apply*

Proactive Technical Recruitment is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

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