Control Systems Engineer

Wienerberger AG; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Bishop Auckland is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to maintain equipment and optimize production. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering, experience in a fast-paced environment, and strong skills in fault finding and teamwork. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £57,000, an annual bonus, and comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance and generous holiday.

Benefits

Salary up to £57,000

Annual company bonus up to 8%

Pension scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programmes

Health & wellbeing benefits

Financial advice and support

Employee discounts with various retailers

Life assurance (2x annual salary)

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in an Electrical Engineering discipline required.
• Experience working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to work within a multi-skilled team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair equipment to maximize productivity.
• Assist in implementing electrical maintenance systems.
• Provide effective training for team members.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Fault finding

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Siemens PLC’s – S7 TIA portal

Pneumatics

Ability to read electrical drawings

Education

Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering

ONC/BTEC – HNC/BTEC or equivalent in Electrical engineering

18th edition qualified

Job description

Come and join us as a Control Systems Engineer at our Todhills site in Bishop Auckland!

wienerberger UK & Ireland is dedicated to empowering the construction industry to create a sustainable future for generations to come, through an extensive range of high-quality building products, systems, and solutions. We foster long-term partnerships, support exceptional careers, and place sustainability at the heart of everything we do.

About the Role

As Control Systems Engineer you will…

• Maintain and repair the equipment and plant to a standard that maximises productivity and efficiency
• Assist the Maintenance Manager in the implementation of electrical maintenance systems and optimise operational performance through regular planned maintenance and improvement activities
• Provide a timely and efficient breakdown service to minimise machinery downtime and improve OEE to ensure consistent production
• Provide an effective training plan for your team members
• Develop a culture of continuous improvement, lean techniques and tools
• Identify, report, and manage the plant so that it is kept up to current electrical legislation

Hours of Work: 8.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday

About You

• Preferably you will be apprentice trained, but with a minimum level 3 qualification in an Electrical Engineering discipline. Successful candidates will be asked to provide copies of their relevant qualifications / carry out competence assessments
• ONC/BTEC – HNC/BTEC or equivalent in Electrical engineering
• 18th edition qualified
• Experience of working in a fast‑paced production environment
• Ability to read electrical drawings
• Sound knowledge of Siemens PLC’s – S7 TIA portal
• Excellent analytical & fault finding / problem solving skills
• Good knowledge of electric motors / pneumatics
• Experience working within a multi‑skilled team with good communication skills

About our Benefits

• Salary up to £57,000 (depending on experience)
• Annual company bonus up to 8%
• Pension scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays & holiday flexibility (buy 4 extra days and sell up to 2 days) + additional volunteering day
• Private medical insurance (single)
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes (including 24/7 online GP, discounts on counselling, mental health support service, get‑fit programmes)
• Health & wellbeing benefits which include dental cover, health cash plan and eye tests
• Financial advice/support available (including expert advice from our pension provider, and recommendations on savings & loans options)
• Employee discounts available with various retailers, gyms, and wienerberger products
• Life assurance (2× annual salary)
• Opportunity to join our Share Incentive Plan and our Employee Profit Participation Programme

About Wienerberger Ltd

Wienerberger Ltd is a provider of wall, roof and landscaping innovations, offering outstanding, sustainable solutions for new build and renovation. In the UK, we have head offices located in Cheadle and Doncaster, showrooms in London, Belfast and Surrey, with brick and roof tile production sites in Manchester, Co. Durham, Worcestershire, North Warwickshire, West Midlands, North Kent, Surrey and West Sussex.

So what are you waiting for? Come and join wienerberger as a Control Systems Engineer and start growing your career with us today!

The closing date for this role is subject to change and may be closed earlier than advertised.