Are you a Control Systems Engineer ready to take on exciting, high-profile projects in the North West?

We're working with a fast-growing, independent automation specialist delivering advanced control solutions to leading names across food and beverage, pharma, utilities, and high-security sectors such as defence, aerospace, and nuclear. Known for embracing complex challenges and driving innovation, they are expanding their team to meet a strong pipeline of upcoming projects.

Control Systems Engineer

£40,000 - £65,000 DOE + Pension + Healthcare + Life Assurance

Excellent training & development opportunities.

North West. Ref: 23822

Controls Engineer - The Role:

Design, configure and develop PLC systems for a range of industrial automation projects
Produce functional design specifications and test documentation (FDS, FAT/SAT)
Manage full project life cycles — from initial design to on-site commissioning
Liaise with clients and subcontractors to ensure seamless delivery.
Travel across the UK (c20%) to support commissioning and client interaction.

Controls Engineer - The Person:

Solid experience in real-time control systems design and commissioning.
Proficient in PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider).
Previous experience within a systems integrator environment
Comfortable managing documentation and project processes.
Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) and a full UK driving licence.

We are keen to see Control Systems Engineers with experience of the following packages:

PLC Software - Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider
HMI/SCADA Software - Rockwell FTView ME & SE, AVEVA InTouch & System Platform, Schneider ClearSCADA GEiFIX, Siemens WinCC

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a heritage of over 100 years and a current order book approaching £1Bn. They offer a clear career path, on-going professional training including Chartership and a collaborative working environment.

Preferably you will be degree qualified with background in a similar role. Strong communication skills are needed along with a full UK valid driving licence.

For further information call Sharon Hill Available