Control Systems Engineer

PLC Control Engineer - Automation & Control Systems

We are a global provider of automation and control solutions supporting manufacturing sites across multiple industries. As part of our transition from legacy PLC-based systems to a next-generation control platform, we are expanding our engineering team.

The Role
We're seeking a PLC Control Engineer to support existing PLC systems and help deliver and commission our next-generation control solution. You'll be involved in the full project lifecycle, including design, configuration, PLC programming, and on-site commissioning. The role is hybrid between two UK sites with opportunities for travel and hands-on experience with experienced engineers in a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance legacy PLC software

• Configure and commission next-generation control systems

• PLC programming using in-house SCADA tools

• Gather technical requirements and support customers

• On-site commissioning (UK and occasional overseas)

• Out-of-hours support as required (post-probation)

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience with Allen Bradley PLC programming

• Experience with Siemens (TIA Portal / Simatic Manager) or Mitsubishi PLCs

• Good understanding of SCADA systems

• Comfortable working in Windows Server / PC environments

• Desirable: electrical engineering background, C/C++/C#, SQL Server experience

About You

• 5+ years' experience in a PLC engineering role within a manufacturing environment

• Comfortable working on-site and engaging with customers

• Full UK driving licence

• Office-based role across two UK locations

Benefits

• Competitive salary (starting from £40,000) plus overtime & bonus

• 6% pension contribution

• 22-25 days annual leave

• Salary sacrifice schemes (e.g., bike/car)

• Supportive, high-performance engineering team