Control Systems Engineer

Automation Experts Ltd; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Controls Systems Engineer to work on complex BESS projects. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in PLC/HMI and SCADA software design, with exposure to Siemens, Schneider, or Rockwell systems. This role offers a collaborative culture, competitive pay, and opportunities for progression. Located near Derby, this position may require 20-30% site work across the UK.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Strong development support

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Solid experience in the design of PLC/HMI and SCADA software.
• Competent with at least one control system like Siemens, Schneider, or Rockwell.
• Able to read and modify electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Develop control systems for BESS projects from scratch.
• Design and configure industrial networks.
• Liaise directly with customers on all project aspects.

Skills

PLC/HMI design

SCADA software design

Electrical schematics comprehension

Control systems experience

FAT/SAT competency

Education

BEng/BSc in electrical-based subject

Tools

Siemens

Schneider

Rockwell

Job description

Overview

Be part of a forward-thinking engineering business delivering advanced control and automation solutions for energy, infrastructure, and technology projects across the UK. Employees enjoy competitive pay, strong development support, and a collaborative team culture that values ownership and innovation. With varied, meaningful projects and clear opportunities for progression, this is an ideal environment for ambitious engineers who want to grow and make a real impact.

Role

• Controls Systems Engineers role on a portfolio of complex BESS projects. Majority of work is bespoke; opportunity to develop systems from scratch for time critical applications.
• ConceptPLC, HMI & SCADA software design & development
• Design & configuration of industrial networks
• Liaising directly with customers to support on all projects
• Completion of all documentation including FDS
• Site installation & commissioning

The Person

• You must have solid experience in the design of PLC/HMI and SCADA software
• Experience with a variety of control systems is preferred; you should be competent with at least one of the following: Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell
• Able to read/modify electrical schematics; creating them is a plus
• Competent with FAT/SAT, including supporting documentation
• Preferably hold a BEng/BSc or higher in an electrical-based subject; however, experience is key
• Office-based with circa 20–30% time on site for UK-based projects

Located on the Derbyshire border, this role would be commutable from Nottingham, Derby, Ripley and Loughborough.

For further information, contact Sarah Clarke.