Control Systems Engineer

Are you a Control Systems Engineer or Automation Engineer looking for a role where you can take full ownership of projects? We are working with a well-established electrical control systems specialist that provides high-quality solutions across industries such as food & beverage, oil & gas, energy, and manufacturing. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced engineer to manage projects from concept to completion.

This is a hands-on position where you will be the main point of contact for customer projects, taking specifications from an initial enquiry through to a fully designed and tested control system. You will be responsible for designing, specifying components, producing detailed documentation, and overseeing production and testing.

• Taking customer specifications from email, enquiry, or phone call and developing a complete control system solution
• Producing electrical schematics, layouts, and wiring diagrams for manufacturing and testing
• Creating bills of materials (BoM) and ensuring component specifications meet project requirements
• Generating technical documentation, reports, and compliance certifications
• Liaising with customers to provide quotes, manage expectations, and act as the key point of contact
• Collaborating with internal teams, including wiremen, commissioning engineers, and production staff
• Supporting commissioning, troubleshooting, and on-site modifications when required

• Minimum five years' experience in industrial control systems design
• Proficiency in electrical CAD software for schematic drafting
• Experience with low-voltage control panels, machinery control, and automation systems
• Strong understanding of technical documentation, safety compliance, and engineering standards
• Ability to engage with customers, manage quotes, and oversee project delivery
• Level 3 Engineering qualification (HNC/Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred)
• Additional experience in PLC programming, functional safety, or system commissioning would be an advantage

• Competitive salary depending on experience (Up to £60,000)
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Fully expensed travel for site visits
• Professional development support
• A stable, long-term opportunity within a company that values its employees

If you are a practical, detail-focused engineer who enjoys seeing projects through from concept to reality, we would love to hear from you.

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