Control System Design Engineer

Armstrong Fluid Technology; Droitwich Spa; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Armstrong Fluid Technology in Droitwich Spa, UK, is seeking a permanent, on-site Control System Design Engineer to manage drawing revisions, review P&IDs, and ensure accurate documentation in the BOM and routing system. You'll lead DFMA workshops, support NPI, and collaborate with manufacturing, project management, and customers to deliver high-quality, cost-effective controls solutions.

UK driving licence and residency required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Control/Automation engineering or related field.
• Experience with industrial control systems, panel design and automation.
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, schematics and related tech.

Responsibilities

• Act as Design Authority for controls projects, promoting standards and continuous improvement.
• Design and develop control panels, electrical schematics, and software.
• Produce Sequences of Operation, specs, schematics, BOMs and docs.
• Manage design revisions and change control with traceability.
• Attend client and internal design reviews; support FAT/SAT and commissioning.
• Support NPI, DFMA workshops, VA/VE and product standardisation.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and customers to deliver cost-effective solutions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of process changes in BOM and routing for traceability.

Skills

Control systems

Schematics & PLCs

HMIs

Engineering change control

BOM management

Documentation

Stakeholder management

Project management

Lean manufacturing

Education

Electrical Engineering

Control Systems Engineering

Automation Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

Role Description

Title: Control System Design Engineer

Reports to: EMEA Engineering Lead

Position: Permanent Placement - Full time onsite

Base Location: Droitwich Spa

Imagine working at the forefront of innovation in fluid-flow technology, with over 1400 colleagues across the globe, and contributing to a legacy of excellence that spans eight manufacturing facilities on four continents. Armstrong Fluid Technology is more than just a leader in our industry; we are a community of the brightest and most creative minds, driven by a shared mission to engineer the future and safeguard our planet.

As a member of our team, you'll dive into an environment that encourages learning and boundary-pushing every day. You'll be part of an agile and dynamic workplace where today's solutions are built for tomorrow's challenges.

Role Purpose

The Control System Design Engineer will manage engineering design drawing revision control and work closely with customers to update drawings, review P&ID, block diagrams, and schematics, ensuring all technical files are accurately uploaded to the database.

The role includes overseeing the engineering change control process and maintaining up-to-date documentation of all process modifications, changes, and improvements within the BOM structure and routing system to ensure full traceability.

The engineer will also develop and implement structured methodologies for New Product Introduction (NPI) to support a seamless transition from design to full-scale production and actively participate in DFMA workshops to support value engineering (VA/VE) and the standardization of products.

We invite applications from experienced Control System Design Engineers with a background in building services or industrial control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Design Authority for controls engineering projects, promoting shared standards, design consistency, and continuous improvement.
• Design and develop control panel hardware, electrical schematics, and control system software using industry-standard design tools.
• Produce and review Sequences of Operation, specifications, schematics, BOMs, and technical documentation.
• Manage design revisions, engineering change control, and maintain accurate documentation and traceability.
• Attend client and internal design review meetings, providing technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and support Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and commissioning activities as required.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI), DFMA workshops, value engineering (VA/VE), and product standardisation initiatives.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, project management, and customers to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all process modifications, changes, and improvements within the BOM structure and routing system, ensuring full traceability.

Production & Process Support

Production Support:

• Provide proactive technical support to production teams to ensure seamless execution of build plans, minimizing downtime and ensuring smooth operations.
• Collaborate with production personnel to troubleshoot issues and develop robust, timely solutions.
• Collaborate with production personnel to troubleshoot problems and develop solutions.
• Manage the Non-Conformance Report (NCR) process to address defects and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, embedding best practices within production processes to uphold workplace safety and operational integrity.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date documentation of all process modifications, changes, and improvements within BOM structure and routing system, maintaining full traceability.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should bring:

Education:

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in industrial control systems, control panel design, and automation solutions.
• Strong understanding of electrical control systems, schematics, PLCs, HMIs, and associated technologies.
• Experience with engineering change control, BOM management, and manufacturing documentation.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
• Permanent UK Residency or equivalent

Skills:

• In-depth expertise in manufacturing processes and materials, encompassing fabrication, welding, structural steel, building construction, and associated trade disciplines, with proven experience in modular build environments and compliance with standards such as EN BS 1090.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks Electrical) and other engineering tools
• Extensive experience with lean manufacturing and continuous process improvement methodologies in a low-volume, high-value manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in defining manufacturing and quality-related standards, originating visual standards, SOPs, and work instructions, and delivering training to skilled personnel.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Why Armstrong Fluid Technology?

• By joining us, you’ll become part of a global community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of fluid-flow technology. You’ll have endlessopportunitiesto learn, grow, and make a significant impact on the world. Together, we'll build tomorrow’s solutions today.