Senior Control Systems Engineer (Full UK Citizens Only)

Company: Osprey Engineering Solutions
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Location: London
Job Description:

Senior Control Systems Engineer (London)

Control Systems Integration | Full-Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Control Systems Engineer to take a leading role in delivering high-quality automation and control system projects from concept through to commissioning.

This is a hands‑on position combining technical delivery with team leadership, offering the chance to work on complex, innovative projects while mentoring and developing engineers.

The Role

  • Lead the full project lifecycle: design, development, programming, testing, and commissioning
  • Develop control system solutions in collaboration with clients
  • Programme and configure PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems
  • Provide technical leadership and mentor engineers, graduates, and apprentices
  • Attend client meetings and conduct site surveys
  • Produce detailed technical documentation and ensure compliance
  • Support site commissioning activities (occasional travel required)

Requirements

  • 5+ years’ experience in a senior or lead control systems role
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or similar
  • Strong PLC, SCADA, and HMI experience (e.g. Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Wonderware/AVEVA)
  • Proven experience in system design, programming, and modification
  • Previous leadership or mentoring experience
  • Strong client‑facing and communication skills
  • Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK
  • Instrumentation and electrical experience desirable

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary and company car scheme
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
  • Private healthcare and pension scheme
  • Ongoing training and development support
  • Access to wellbeing programmes and employee perks
  • Regular social events and team‑building activities
  • Overtime/TIL and expenses scheme

This is a great opportunity for a driven engineer looking to take ownership of projects, influence technical delivery, and play a key role in a growing engineering team

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Posted: April 25th, 2026