Control Systems Engineer

Location: Birkenhead (Hybrid after initial onboarding)
Salary: Up to £40,000 (flexible depending on experience)
Working Hours: 40 hours per week - core hours 10:00am-4:00pm

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated Control Systems Engineer to join our growing and collaborative team based in Birkenhead. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a wide range of industry-leading clients while developing your skills in automation and control systems.

You will be involved in PLC programming, system commissioning, and supporting automation projects across multiple industries including process and manufacturing. The role will involve occasional travel across the UK and Ireland.

Control Systems Engineers typically work on designing, programming, testing and commissioning automation systems while collaborating with engineering teams to deliver reliable solutions for industrial processes.

Why Join Us

Friendly and supportive company culture

Strong focus on professional development and training

Opportunity to work with a diverse range of industry-leading clients

Collaborative working environment

Be part of a relaxed yet dynamic team

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain PLC programs using platforms such as Siemens or Rockwell

Support commissioning and testing of control systems on-site

Work collaboratively with internal teams and clients to deliver automation solutions

Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues

Contribute to project documentation and system improvements

Support engineering projects across different industries including process and manufacturing

Skills & Experience

Minimum 2 years' experience in control systems or automation

Experience with PLC programming (Siemens or Rockwell preferred)

Exposure to onsite commissioning

Ability and willingness to travel within the UK and Ireland

Flexible to work across a variety of industries such as manufacturing or process

Background in maintenance engineering or panel building is advantageous

Driven, proactive, and keen to develop within a growing business

Benefits

Pension scheme - 3% employer / 5% employee contribution (NEST)

20 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing by 1 day per year up to 25 days

Access to a fleet of company vans for travel

All travel expenses covered

Ongoing training and development investment

Overtime available

1.3x weekday rate

1.5x weekend rate

Location

The role is primarily based at our Birkenhead site.
During the initial onboarding period, you will spend more time in the office, with hybrid working options available once established