Control Systems Engineer

A company deeply rooted in automation and control systems delivers tailored engineering solutions across packaging and manufacturing environments. With decades of experience and a reputation for rapid, reliable support across the UK and Europe, it offers a dynamic workplace where engineers collaborate on diverse projects involving control software, PLCs, and full system integration. The environment encourages hands-on problem solving, technical growth, and working closely with well-known industry clients, making it ideal for those seeking variety, responsibility, and technical challenge in their careers.

Control Systems/Commissioning Engineer

£45,000 - £55,000 + Paid Overtime, BUPA, mileage + Bonus

Up to 50% travel. £5M T/O Business.

Robot Automation for Food & Beverage projects.

Can work from home when developing software.

Ref: 21718 

Control Systems Engineer – The Role:

Complete software and program development for the installation, maintenance, commissioning and servicing of specialised line control and handling equipment
Managing and taking responsibility for projects from concept to completion
Assist in the build processes within the workshop and on-site
Creation of CAD and EPlan drawings and order equipment for electrical and mechanical
Organise RAMS and permits as require and install the equipment as needed (brackets, panels, safety equipment)
Add electrical containment and pull cables in between panels/machines and connect all electrical equipment and test electrical cables if needed
Pre-commissioning on customer sites, completing programs for required use and perform tests, I/O check, safety checks etc
Update electrical drawings and other documentation
Prepare manuals and OPL for customer as well as safety test sheets
Train customers on equipment
Control Systems Engineer – The Person:

Experience with PLC & HMI programming using Siemens S7/TIA (PLC & HMI) and Allen Bradley (HMI) with experience of commissioning FMCG production lines is ideal
SCADA using Siemens WinCC or Allen Bradley FTView is not essential but highly beneficial
HND/C or higher degree in a relevant field
Experience as an automation systems engineer or similar
Installations will be carried out onsite throughout the UK and Ireland, occasionally throughout Europe. Candidates must have ability and be willing to travel c50% of the time to various unanticipated client sites.

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