Control & Automation Engineer

Automation Experts Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Greater Manchester seeks a Control Systems Engineer to develop innovative control system solutions. Responsibilities include collaborating with mechanical engineers, reviewing technical drawings, and resolving technical issues. Ideal candidates have experience in PLC control systems and 3D CAD design. This role offers a competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 plus benefits including pension and flexible working.

Benefits

Pension

Life Assurance

Flexible Working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the design, testing and development of control systems.
• Strong background in developing PLC control systems for hydraulically operated machinery.
• Hands-on 3D CAD design experience with excellent IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative control system solutions in collaboration with engineers.
• Check and approve technical drawings and design documentation.
• Undertake the development and integration of hydraulic systems.

Skills

Control system design

PLC control systems

3D CAD design

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Siemens TIA

Codesys

MS Office

Job description

Control Systems Engineer

A leading force in the design and integration of advanced defence systems, combining innovation, precision engineering and a strong focus on operational excellence. As part of an engineering team, you will be responsible for the delivery of engineering projects on time and within budget. Your role will be to ensure technical performance standards are maintained, to deliver control system designs that meet customer and regulatory specifications and to assist with design improvements.

Salary & Benefits

£60000 - £70000 + Pension, Life Assurance, Flexible Working

Location & Reference

Greater Manchester. Ref: 25032

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative control system solutions in close collaboration with mechanical and hydraulic engineers and designers.
• Check, review and approve technical drawings and design documentation.
• Prepare detailed technical documents including specifications, reports, manuals and procedures.
• Undertake the development, integration and testing of hydraulic hardware and related control systems.
• Compile and maintain comprehensive technical documents and test specifications.
• Interpret and apply complex technical specifications to ensure system compliance and performance.
• Liaise effectively with suppliers and act as a company representative during customer review meetings.
• Provide engineering support to production, testing and field service teams to resolve technical issues.
• Assist the sales team by providing technical input for bids, proposals and quotations.

The Person

• Proven experience in the design, testing and development of control systems, ideally within medium to heavy engineering environments.
• Strong background in developing PLC control systems for hydraulically operated machinery or vehicles.
• Experienced in taking projects from initial concept and specification through to production, ideally in a lead or senior engineering role.
• Hands‑on 3D CAD design experience with excellent IT and analytical skills (MS Office and analysis tools).

The ideal Electrical Control Engineer will demonstrate initiative, creativity and have the ability to think‑outside the box. A strong team player with excellent communication skills with experience of managing people or project teams.

Knowledge of Siemens TIA, Codesys and a 3D Electrical Design package highly advantageous.

For further information call Sharon Hill