Control System Engineer

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Control Systems Engineer to work onsite in Warrington. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in WinCC, Siemens PLCs, and redundant server architecture. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge control systems in a rewarding environment. Applicants must hold a UK passport and be available for onsite work and installations.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in WinCC Pro development is required.
• Experience with high availability Siemens systems is essential.
• Ability to work with redundant server systems is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Developing and modifying graphical interfaces using WinCC Pro.
• Programming SCADA systems to interface with databases.
• Testing and installation onsite with the client.

Skills

WinCC Pro development

VB/C++ scripting

SCADA systems

Siemens PLCs

Redundant server architecture

Tools

Siemens S7

TIA Portal

Job description

Overview

Control Systems Engineer – WinCC | Warrington | £60,000 | UK Passport Required

KO2’s client, a specialist in advanced control systems, seeks an experienced Control Systems Engineer with a deep understanding of WinCC, Siemens PLCs, and redundant server architecture. This is a full-time, permanent role based onsite in Warrington. Due to the nature of the work, candidates must hold a UK passport.

Responsibilities

• Developing and modifying graphical interfaces for new and legacy systems using WinCC Pro
• Programming SCADA systems to interface with databases for read/write operations
• Working with redundant WinCC servers and multiple operator stations across a high-density tag environment
• Integration and control of systems using Siemens S7, TIA Portal, and STL programming
• Interfacing with Plant Bus and Graphical Bus environments
• Onsite testing, with final FAT carried out by the client before installation
• Approximately 12 weeks per year onsite for installations and testing

Technical Requirements

• Strong expertise in WinCC Pro development and VB/C++ scripting
• Experience with high availability Siemens systems, particularly 1517HA and 1515R
• Comfortable working with redundant server systems, node configurations, and multiple screen environments
• Ability to interpret and modify existing models and system graphics
• Experience with SCADA-controlled databases for switching operations (ON/OFF logic)

Preferred Experience

• Located within a commutable distance of Warrington (e.g., St Helens, Wigan, Liverpool, Manchester)
• Strong background in control systems for critical infrastructure, especially aviation or transport sectors

Employment Details

• Onsite role in Warrington
• This is a rare opportunity to work with cutting-edge, safety-critical systems in a highly specialised and rewarding field.