Controls Engineer

Job Title: Controls Engineer

Location: Blyth, Northumberland

The Company:

Join a global leader in medical and safety technology dedicated to protecting and saving lives. This organisation develops innovative devices, software, services, and solutions that people around the world trust.

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Benefits:

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to purchase additional days)
  
  
• Flexible working scheme
  
  
• Hybrid working available
  
  
• Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover, and partner life assurance
  
  
• Healthcare cash plan
  
  
• Salary sacrifices car scheme
  
  
• Gym membership discounts (up to 25%)
  
  Job Description:
  
  As a Controls Engineer (Automated Test Equipment Engineer), you will be part of a close-knit team responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software and hardware applications to support manufacturing operations. You will work on automated assembly, functional testing, and production monitoring solutions.
  
  Key Responsibilities:
  
  
• Collaborate with project, manufacturing, and test equipment teams to capture requirements
  
  
• Develop software and hardware specifications
  
  
• Design, implement, and maintain robust control system solutions
  
  
• Develop and program PLCs and HMIs for industrial automation
  
  
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to control systems
  
  
• Manage production test solutions throughout their lifecycle
  
  
• Provide training and guidance to apprentices and operators
  
  
• Support company-wide software and hardware initiatives
  
  
• Occasionally travel off-site for equipment inspections, training, and remote support
  
  Skills & Experience:
  
  Essential:
  
  
• Degree in Engineering, Electronics, or Physics (or equivalent experience)
  
  
• Experience in designing and implementing control systems (PLC & HMI programming)
  
  
• Proficiency in PLC and HMI programming (Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron)
  
  
• Familiarity with industrial automation systems and protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus)
  
  
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  
  
• Self-motivated with strong organisational and time management abilities
  
  Desirable:
  
  
• Project management experience
  
  
• Experience as a Technical Lead
  
  
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing techniques
  
  
• Familiarity with LabVIEW Real-Time and LabVIEW FPGA
  
  
• Experience with robotics, motion control systems, and pneumatic integration
  
  
• Knowledge of SQL databases and additional programming languages
  
  Why Should You Apply?
  
  
• Be part of a mission-driven organisation that makes a real difference in people’s lives
  
  
• Enjoy excellent employee benefits and a strong work-life balance
  
  If you’re a motivated Controls Engineer looking for a new challenge in an innovative and rewarding environment, apply today