Control System Engineer

GT Wings; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in maritime transportation is seeking a Control System Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves overseeing the entire controls engineering lifecycle, from architecture design to on-board commissioning, while providing support for innovative projects in decarbonising global shipping. Ideal candidates are adaptable, proactive problem-solvers with strong expertise in control systems, looking to make an impact in a forward-thinking environment.

Benefits

Company-wide meet-up in London per month

Engineering team workshop once a month

Travel & accommodation expenses covered

Opportunity to build a capability and progress

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in a related discipline or relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish the controls engineering lifecycle from architecture to commissioning.
• Solve real-world problems in control systems.
• Travel globally for sea trials and factory testing.

Skills

Control-system architecture expertise

Hands-on networking proficiency

Field experience diagnosing systems

Automation experience

Growth mindset & self-direction

Advanced control algorithms & AI development

Knowledge of marine regulations

Human-Machine Interface (HMI) design

Education

Degree in a related discipline

Job description

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GT Wings is offering the chance to make a tangible impact on the decarbonisation of global shipping while growing with a supportive, forward‑thinking team. If you thrive on ownership, enjoy solving real‑world problems, and want to define how we deliver our control systems, then we would love to hear from you!

We are looking for Senior level and up with 3+ years of experience who can establish our controls engineering. Taking ownership of the full controls lifecycle – from architecture and algorithm design through on‑board commissioning – you will help establish a world‑class capability as the company grows.

Cultural fit is hugely important; you need to be adaptable, hardworking, and able to work autonomously to solve problems and apply yourself to new challenges.

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary package dependent on experience.

Fully remote working within the UK with:

• Company‑wide meet‑up in London/UK once per month (2‑3 days).
• Engineering team workshop once per month.
• Regular factory or on‑ship visits for testing and trials.
• All travel & accommodation expenses covered.

Opportunity to build a capability and progress rapidly as the company scales.

Key Requirements

• Control‑system architecture expertise covering hardware integration and scalable designs.
• Hands‑on networking proficiency with at least two of IP, CAN bus, Modbus, NMEA, or Serial interfaces.
• Field experience diagnosing and rectifying issues in deployed systems.
• Automation experience within marine, industrial, or autonomous systems.
• Growth mindset & self‑direction – able to tackle unfamiliar problems, learn rapidly, and make progress with minimal guidance.
• Willingness to travel globally for sea trials, factory testing, and monthly company meet‑ups (all expenses paid).
• Deploying advanced control algorithms & AI development (e.g., Matlab/Simulink, model‑based design) to embedded hardware, PLCs, ECUs, or CPUs.
• Exposure to AI/ML techniques.
• Knowledge of marine regulations and standards.
• Human‑Machine Interface (HMI) design for intuitive operation in demanding environments.

Qualifications

• Degree‑qualified in a related discipline or relevant experience.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Maritime Transportation

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