Control Systems Engineer

Metsä Group; Boston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the forest industry is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to oversee and enhance manufacturing systems. The successful candidate will manage control systems, provide technical leadership, and ensure operational excellence across departments. This role comes with an attractive salary, benefits package, and commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an FMCG or similar environment.
• Ability to deliver structured control systems training.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement control systems and software changes.
• Coordinate activities across departments and contractors.
• Support technical breakdowns and deliver coaching.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

PLC control and network systems

HMI applications

Computer/server systems knowledge

Industrial communication networks

Training and coaching skills

Presentation skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Electrical qualification (City and Guilds or similar)

Job description

Metsä Wood

Metsä Group is a successful forest industry group with roots in the Finnish forest sector. Our parent company is a cooperative of over 90,000 forest owners. The products of Metsä Wood, Metsä Group's wood products business, include Kerto LVL, birch and spruce plywood, and further processed sawn timber. Our products made of northern wood store carbon and play an important role in combating climate change.

We welcome people from diverse backgrounds and different stages of life. Metsä offers opportunities for many talents, regardless of age, gender, ethnic background, sexual orientation, disability, or other characteristics. Metsä is for all. Read more: metsagroup.com/metsaforall.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Control Systems Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain standards and security of the site's manufacturing computer and server systems supporting factory control via SCADA, PLC, and advanced control systems, ensuring business standards, availability, and data integrity are met.
• Drive initiatives to improve plant control systems and provide technical leadership for plant maintenance engineers.
• Manage and implement support contracts and system upgrades to maintain control system value and concurrency.
• Own and implement control system software changes through change management to meet plant and business requirements.
• Manage control system project delivery, coordinating activities across departments, suppliers, contractors, and system integrators.
• Identify and manage opportunities for improved control and production information, generating action plans and benefits.
• Support front-line teams on technical breakdowns with problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Develop training needs analysis and deliver coaching on fault analysis, root cause failure analysis, and rectification for maintenance technicians and engineering teams.
• Own and manage reliable, secure control systems.
• Manage obsolescence of control hardware and software.

Key Skills:

• Fully authorized and experienced in electrical systems, equipment, and machinery.
• Knowledge of machinery and control safety systems.
• Experience with PLC control and network systems, including programming, maintenance, and fault finding (preferably Siemens).
• Experience with HMI applications, including administration, programming, and maintenance (preferably on InTouch Wonderware).
• Basic knowledge of computer/server systems and security.
• Knowledge of industrial computer and communication network systems (Ethernet).
• Ability to deliver structured control systems training and act as a coach/mentor.
• Good presentation and influencing skills, with the ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively at all levels.
• A sense of urgency and prioritization skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Electrical qualification (City and Guilds or similar).
• 5+ years of experience in an FMCG or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of reliability and root cause analysis (RCA).
• Strong knowledge of PLC, inverter, and safety systems.

What We Offer:

• A compelling brand and sustainability platform.
• An attractive benefits package, including a competitive salary, annual bonus, pension scheme, and death in service benefit.
• Work-life balance with 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with service-related increments.
• Commitment to growth and development, including training, mentoring, and coaching.
• Membership of the Me @ Metsa reward platform with discounts and offers.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free support 24/7.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.