Controls System Engineer

A global friction welding manufacturer is looking for a Control Systems Engineer to join their team based in the Birmingham area.

The ideal candidate will be a hard:working and adaptable Engineer with a strong design background. Operating at the Birmingham site, you will be responsible for the design and technical support of industrial control panels and more.

This is a fantastic opportunity with a multi:national welding company who supply to some the biggest names in the world.

Role

Control Systems Engineer

Office Location

Birmingham

Salary

GBP 55,000 : GBP 60,000

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement software for industrial control systems within automation, robotics, and machinery environments.
• Program PLCs, HMIs, and real:time motion control systems for both hydraulic and electric drive applications.
• Integrate systems across multiple devices and communication protocols (e.g. industrial Ethernet networks).
• Produce comprehensive technical documentation, including specifications, design details, and test procedures.
• Support commissioning activities at customer sites, including occasional international travel and short:notice assignments.
• Contribute to the full software lifecycle, including requirements definition, design, testing, and deployment.
• Assist with additional tasks as required to support overall project delivery and team objectives.

Key Requirements

• Strong experience with industrial PLC and HMI programming platforms (e.g. Siemens, Allen:Bradley or similar).
• Experience integrating motion control and drive systems.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, or similar.
• Knowledge of IEC 61131:based programming.
• Experience with additional programming languages (e.g. C++, C, JavaScript) is advantageous.
• Exposure to real:time or embedded control systems is desirable.
• Ability to produce clear, structured technical documentation across the software lifecycle.

Please apply online or contact for a confidential conversation.

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