Control Design Engineer in OX1

Energy Jobline ZR; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Hybrid working

Extensive international travel

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a proactive Controls Engineer to design and implement PLC and visualization solutions for automated material handling projects. The role offers hybrid working with extensive international travel, taking you across global sites and environments.

You will work within the engineering team, developing control systems, testing in virtual environments, and supporting commissioning and documentation to ensure high-quality delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and programming control systems using Siemens S7 and/or TIA Portal.
• Industrial automation experience in a real-world setting.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC software and visualization systems for automated material handling projects.
• Design, test and emulate control systems in virtual environments.
• Interpret electrical schematics and design documentation.
• Deliver controls engineering activities across project design and implementation phases.
• Produce engineering docs including specifications, risk assessments and test plans.
• Support on-site commissioning and customer training as required.
• Ensure compliance with machinery and safety standards and drive improvements.

Skills

Siemens S7 / TIA Portal

Industrial automation

PLC testing

Electrical drawings

Industrial networks

Education

Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics degree

Job description

Controls Engineer - Offering International Project Exposure, Hybrid Working & Career Development

£45,000 - £55,000 + Car Allowance, Oxfordshire (Hybrid Working - 3 Days Office Based with Extensive International Travel)

Our client specialises in the automation and material handling industry and is recognised for delivering innovative engineering solutions to some of the world's most advanced logistics and distribution environments. They are known for investing in their people, fostering continuous improvement, and providing opportunities to work on complex, high-profile projects across international markets.

They have an exciting opportunity for a Controls Engineer to join their team. This position is well-suited to a proactive and technically driven engineer who is looking to develop their expertise whilst delivering cutting-edge automation projects on a global scale. This position sits within the engineering team and reports into the Controls Engineering leadership function. You will be responsible for designing and implementing control solutions, developing PLC and visualisation software, and supporting testing and commissioning activities both remotely and on customer sites worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC software and visualisation systems for automated material handling projects.
• Design, test and emulate control systems within virtual environments.
• Interpret electrical schematics and technical design documentation.
• Deliver controls engineering activities throughout project design and implementation phases.
• Produce associated engineering documentation including specifications, risk assessments, testing documentation and operation manuals.
• Support on-site commissioning activities and provide customer training where required.
• Ensure solutions comply with relevant machinery and safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project quality, delivery and performance.

Requirements

• HNC/HND, Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics or a related Engineering discipline.
• Experience designing and programming control systems using Siemens S7 and/or TIA Portal.
• Proven experience within an industrial automation environment.
• Strong understanding of PLC development tools and software testing.
• Knowledge of industrial communication networks such as Profinet, Profibus, AS-i or Ethernet/IP.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.
• Understanding of machinery safety standards and control system design requirements.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel extensively across the UK and internationally.

Reasons Why You Should Apply

• Work on industry-leading automation and material handling projects.
• Hybrid working model with flexibility built into the role.
• Significant international travel and exposure to global engineering projects.
• Competitive salary package with car allowance.
• Opportunity to work with advanced automation technologies and innovative solutions.
• Excellent potential for technical and professional development within a growing engineering organisation.

Proactive encourages and promotes equality and within the workforce.