Controls Engineer

Company: Hunter Selection
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Controls Engineer

Poole, Dorset

Salary: £47,000 – £50,000

Monday – Friday 8.00am – 4.00pm, on call 1 in 4

About the role

Due to retirement we’re looking for a Controls Engineer who’s ready to take ownership, innovate, and make an immediate impact in a busy manufacturing company based in Poole. With a reputation at second to none, genuine training, development and progression opportunities this is an exciting time to join the business.

Roles / Responsibilities

  • Update & modernise control, automation and electrical systems including PLCs, HMI, SCADA & instrumentation.
  • Update maintenance systems to provide feedback and ensure maintenance systems are kept up to date.
  • Provide automation, control and electrical support for engineering functions.
  • Identify improvements and efficiencies on machinery and be involved in project work.

What We’re Looking For

  • Electrical or Systems Engineering qualification.
  • Experience within a manufacturing environment, particularly food or packaging.
  • PLC programming language – Siemens, Rockwell, Allen Bradley.

Benefits

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Internal progression routes.
  • Healthcare cash plan.
  • 20% pension scheme.
  • 32 days holiday increasing with service.
  • Buy holiday scheme.
  • Discounted products.
  • Career opportunities.
  • Discount platform.
  • Generous family leave policy.
  • Leadership development.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Free parking.

If you are interested in the role or looking for something similar please contact our Managing Consultant Emma Hardman.

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Posted: April 17th, 2026