Our client—a leading advanced manufacturing organisation—seeks a Controls Engineer to take ownership of industrial automation systems across high-performance automated cells and lines. This is a hands-on, highly visible role supporting production, maintenance, and engineering teams to drive uptime, safety, and continuous improvement on site.
Controls Systems Engineer
£45,000 - £55,000 + c5% Bonus + 15% Pension + 33 Days Holidays + Benefits
Gloucestershire
Ref: 25065
Controls Systems Engineer - The Role:
Design, program, and commission PLCs & motion systems (Siemens TIA/Step7, Mitsubishi, Beckhoff)
Develop and integrate functional safety systems (light curtains, scanners, safety PLCs)
Deliver SCADA/HMI solutions with alarms, diagnostics, and data acquisition
Lead automation projects from concept to handover
Troubleshoot faults, implement upgrades, and support production & maintenance teams
Controls Systems Engineer - The Person:
Proven experience as a Control Systems Engineer or in a similar automation engineering role.
Strong proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or equivalent platforms).
Hands-on experience with industrial automation systems, including SCADA, HMI, and overall control system architecture.
Solid background in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environments.
Located in Gloucestershire, this role would be commutable from Bristol, Gloucester, Ross-on-Wye, Newport and surrounding areas.
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For further information please contact Sharon Hill
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