Actemium Automation Hampshire - Senior Controls Systems Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Senior Control Systems Engineer at a forward-thinking company in Waterlooville. In this role, you will design, test, and commission control systems that meet both company and legislative standards. You will mentor junior staff, liaise with clients, and ensure the successful delivery of projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial automation, particularly in sectors like water/wastewater and manufacturing. Join this innovative firm to make a significant impact in the industry while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and profit sharing.

Benefits

25 Days Holidays Plus Bank Holidays

Health Shield

Employee Assistance Scheme

Profit Share Scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified to HNC/HND/degree level with substantial experience in system integration.
• Ability to produce and understand control system design documents.
• Familiar with programming environments and industrial hardware systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and commission control systems per specifications.
• Mentor and coach junior staff while liaising with customers.
• Support project planning and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

System Integration

Control System Design

PLC Programming

HMI Development

SCADA Systems

Communication Protocols

Project Management

Team Leadership

Time Management

Industrial Automation

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Relevant Discipline

Tools

CodeSys

Straton

Beckhoff

Rockwell

Siemens

Schneider

Wonderware

Mitsubishi

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About the role

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Control Systems Engineer.

Design, test, and commission control systems in accordance with company, customer, and legislative requirements.

Benefits include: Salary, 25 days holidays plus bank holidays, Health Shield, Employee Assistance Scheme, Profit Share Scheme.

Main Responsibilities:

Team

• Mentor and coach junior staff.
• Liaise with customers and internal design/management team.
• Prepare and review control system design, build, testing specifications, and O&M manuals to the required standard.
• Design and test control systems according to specifications, standards, and legislative requirements.
• Provide technical supervision during system design, build, and installation.
• Support project planning, progress estimation, tendering activities, and technical proposals.

Specialism

• Develop control system software to meet project needs.
• Support development and rollout of software standards.
• Onsite commissioning and testing of control systems.
• Review control system design and testing for compliance.

General

• Work with project management to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Ensure control systems are designed and tested per standards and requirements.
• Maintain records and ensure safe operation of equipment.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as appropriate.

The Person:

• Qualified to HNC/HND/degree level in a relevant discipline with extensive or substantial experience in system integration.
• Ability to produce and understand control system design documents.
• Familiar with programming environments like CodeSys, Straton, Beckhoff.
• Experience with PLC, HMI, SCADA, and high-level programming languages.
• Knowledge of communication protocols, system testing, machinery safety standards, and onsite commissioning.
• Experience with industrial hardware systems and control panel design.
• Background in industrial automation, preferably in water/wastewater, oil & gas, or manufacturing sectors.
• Experience with platforms like Beijer, Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Wonderware, and Mitsubishi.
• Knowledge of Industrial Ethernet and protocols like DeviceNet, Profibus, ProfiNe.
• Excellent communication, time management, and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated, professional, and accountable.