Senior Controls Engineer

Are you ready to take ownership of cutting-edge control systems from concept to commissioning? We’re looking for a talented and driven Controls Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in delivering high-performance, safety-critical automation solutions.

Reporting directly to the Controls Manager, you’ll be at the heart of engineering excellence—turning client requirements into intelligent, robust, and compliant control systems that power real-world operations.

What you'll be doing

• Understanding client requirements
• Electrical / controls concept design including Functional Design Specification, Safety Requirements Specification, Single Line Diagram, Network Topology, Device Layout, Cause & Effect Matrix, Safety Block Diagram, etc
• Handover to the Hardware Design team and review of designs produced
• Software Design, including Software Design Specification and production of Software / Configuration deliverables for e.g PLC, HMI, SCADA, Robot, Drives etc
• Maintenance of the Technical Construction File
• Factory Acceptance Testing
• Commissioning and Site Acceptance Testing
• Comply with relevant industry regulations, client specifications, and internal standards
• Meet project milestones
• Promote and contribute to continuous improvement
• Mentoring of less-experienced engineers
• Other duties as required

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of BEng / BSE / Level 6 Apprenticeship in Electrical / Electronic Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years in a similar role
• Strong understanding of electrical control systems

What's on offer

• Holidays 25 days (plus Bank Holidays)
• Bonus scheme
• BUPA Medical plan
• Car allowance
• Pension scheme
• Life Insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Flexible working
• Programme of personal development & training
• Free car parking and EV charge points on-site
• Social & wellbeing activity programme

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