Control Systems Engineer

Automation Experts; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% bonus

15% overtime

Travel allowances

Healthcare

Job summary

Automation Experts in Cambridgeshire is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to design and code PLC/HMI using Rockwell and Siemens, and to design SCADA with Wonderware InTouch. You will install and modify hardware, and liaise with customers on project progress throughout the lifecycle.

The role requires 3+ years leading projects, proficiency with 24VDC/230VAC/415VAC panels, and a willingness to travel the UK and abroad (20%). A valid UK driving licence and passport are essential.

Qualifications

• Formal/technical qualifications in electrical or automation engineering.
• Minimum 3 years' experience leading projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and code PLC/HMI control systems.
• Carry out SCADA software design.
• Modify existing hardware and panels as needed.
• Communicate with customers on project progress.
• Complete testing and installation/commissioning at customer sites.
• Write technical documentation including FDS and manuals.
• Provide customer support, 24/7 and out of hours – not compulsory.

Skills

PLC design

SCADA design

HMI development

Customer communication

Testing

Documentation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelors in Electrical/Automation Engineering

Tools

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

Wonderware InTouch

Job description

This opportunity is with a forward thinking organisation that specialises in advanced automation and control systems. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality solutions across a range of industries, the company offers a collaborative and modern working environment focused on innovation. Employees benefit from hands‑on involvement in impactful projects, exposure to leading edge platforms, and a supportive culture that encourages personal and professional growth.

Control Systems Engineer

£35,000 - £47,000 + c15% bonus + c15% overtime + travel allowances + healthcare. OTE to£60K Cambridgeshire. Ref: 21747

Control Systems Engineer – The Role:

• Design and code PLC/HMI control systems – ideally using Rockwell and/or Siemens TIA
• Carry out SCADA software design, ideally using Wonderware InTouch
• Carry out any necessary modifications to existing hardware and panels
• Communicate effectively with customers regarding the project
• Complete all required testing and installation/commissioning at the customers site
• Write all technical documentation including FDS and Manuals
• Provide customer support 24/7 and out of hours – not compulsory

Control Systems Engineer – The Person:

• Obtained formal/technical qualifications in electrical or automation engineering
• Gained a minimum of 3 year's experience of leading on projects
• Candidates MUST be competent with design & coding of PLC and SCADA software
• Be competent with electrical panels of 24VDC, 230VAC, 415VAC
• We are seeking customer focused individuals who enjoy complete project involvement including the opportunity to travel throughout the UK and worldwide – full UK valid driving license and passport are essential for this role.
• You will have ideally have solid background of the design and development of control systems within an automated process machinery environment. You must be prepared to spend c20% of your time travelling.

Ideal locations would include Kettering, Corby, Peterborough, Northampton, Cambridge, Bedford and Kings Lynn.

For further information please contact John Anderson