Control Systems Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 13 August 2025
LOCATION
Daresbury
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

PLC Programming HMI Programming SCADA systems Automation TCP/IP networks Functional Design Specifications (FDS) Control Systems

FULL DESCRIPTION

Summary

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Control Systems Engineer to join our engineering team. This role focuses on designing and developing bespoke automation software that meets customer requirements while adhering to industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Understand an Automation Project Lifecyle from concept to completion.
  • Design and Test Control Software applications for PLC’s and HMI’s for a variety of different requirements.
  • Functional Testing of all Software Applications created and safe on-site installation and commissioning.
  • Produce and maintain high-quality technical design documentation, such as Functional Design Specification (FDS), Software Design Specification, (SDS) internal and site testing records and user manuals.
  • Work closely with clients to interpret requirements, present design concepts, and incorporate feedback.
  • Ensure designs meet relevant regulatory and safety standards and are consistent throughout the design and development process.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth project delivery.

Core Requirements/Qualifications/Skills

  • Understanding of designing/interpreting Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and translating into automation software requirements.
  • Experience in programming Rockwell Control-Logix PLC’s essential. Experience of Siemens TIA Portal and Mitsubishi hardware also an advantage.
  • Experience in programming Rockwell HMI’s essential. Experience of other brand HMI’s also an advantage.
  • A knowledge of setting up Automation TCP/IP networks essential.
  • A knowledge of SCADA applications an advantage.
  • Experience of real time electrical and control system commissioning at client locations.
  • A knowledge of wet process and fast moving consumer goods an advantage, such as Water Processing and Treatment and Food and Beverage Manufacture.
  • Familiarity with PLC programming, SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols is required.
  • Competency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel; experience with ERP systems is a plus.
  • Full, clean UK driving licence is essential for site visits.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve design challenges effectively.
  • Degree, equivalent or HNC qualification in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or a related field.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lifecycle: Understand an Automation Project Lifecyle from concept to completion.
  • Application Development: Design and Test Control Software applications for PLC’s and HMI’s for a variety of different requirements.
  • Test and Commission: Functional Testing of all Software Applications created and safe on-site installation and commissioning.
  • Technical Documentation: Produce and maintain high-quality technical design documentation, such as Functional Design Specification (FDS), Software Design Specification, (SDS) internal and site testing records and user manuals.
  • Customer Collaboration: Work closely with clients to interpret requirements, present design concepts, and incorporate feedback.
  • Standards: Ensure designs meet relevant regulatory and safety standards and are consistent throughout the design and development process.
  • Team Collaboration: Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth project delivery.

skills and experiences

  • Design Experience: Understanding of designing/interpreting Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and translating into automation software requirements.
  • PLC Programming Experience: Experience in programming Rockwell Control-Logix PLC’s essential. Experience of Siemens TIA Portal and Mitsubishi hardware also an advantage.
  • HMI Programming Experience: Experience in programming Rockwell HMI’s essential. Experience of other brand HMI’s also an advantage.
  • Network Experience: A knowledge of setting up Automation TCP/IP networks essential.
  • SCADA Experience: A knowledge of SCADA applications an advantage.
  • On Site Testing & Commissioning: Experience of real time electrical and control system commissioning at client locations.
  • Domain: A knowledge of wet process and fast moving consumer goods an advantage, such as Water Processing and Treatment and Food and Beverage Manufacture.
  • Knowledge Base: Familiarity with PLC programming, SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols is required.
  • T. Skills: Competency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel; experience with ERP systems is a plus.

SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Driving Licence: Full, clean UK driving licence is essential for site visits.
  • Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve design challenges effectively.
  • Qualifications: Degree, equivalent or HNC qualification in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or a related field.

what we offer

- A competitive salary and benefits package appropriate to this position

- An employer who values the ongoing wellbeing of its employees

- Career development within a successful and growing business

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