Control Systems Engineer

Sapien; Saltash; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holidays

Westfield Healthcare

Country Club Membership

Enhanced Sick Pay

Team Social Events

Job summary

Sapien is seeking a Controls System Engineer to design electrical and control systems for advanced composite moulding processes. You will develop design concepts, produce drawings, and support commissioning on-site, while collaborating with global clients.

You will research new solutions, support full project lifecycles, and train client engineers. Occasional travel within the UK and abroad is expected, with a focus on delivering robust, safe automation solutions.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent with at least 1 year in control systems.
• Experience with PLCs and Siemens TIA Portal preferred.
• Strong technical understanding to create practical design solutions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with colleagues and clients.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical and control systems for composite moulding processes.
• Produce drawings and specifications using appropriate software.
• Research new solutions and techniques to enhance equipment and processes.
• Support full project lifecycle from feasibility to handover.
• Provide training and technical support to client engineers and operators.
• Travel within the UK and internationally as needed.

Skills

PLC experience

Electrical design

Technical design

Communication skills

Project management

MS Office & databases

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Job description

Due to continued growth, a leading Composite Manufacturing company is seeking a Controls System Engineer to join the team..

You'll play a key role in developing the software that controls, monitors, regulates and automates the next generation of composite manufacturing technology. From creating software design concepts to supporting commissioning on-site, this is a role that blends creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on engineering.

The role will be instrumental in designing automated machinery, equipment, and processes for the closed moulding composite process. The role will also provide technical assistance to other projects and clients globally.

What you'll be doing

• Designing electrical and control systems for composite moulding processes.
• Developing design concepts and producing drawings and specifications using appropriate software.
• Researching new solutions, technologies, and techniques to enhance our equipment and processes.
• Supporting the full project lifecycle, from feasibility studies and BOMs through to build, commissioning, and client handover.
• Providing training and technical support to client engineers and operators, both in the UK and internationally.
• Collaborating with colleagues on sales enquiries, quotations, and technical problem-solving.

Maintaining compliance with health and safety standards and ensuring accurate documentation throughout.

Skills & Experience

• An engineering degree (or equivalent experience - at least 1 year in a relevant Control systems role).
• Proficiency with electronic and electrical software.). Experience with Programmable logic controller (plc) experience and/or Siemens Tia Portal Software experience preferable.
• Strong technical understanding with the ability to create accurate, innovative, and practical design solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical information clearly and build strong relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and clients.
• Organised and detail-driven, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Confidence with Microsoft Office and databases.

Personal Qualities

• Takes ownership and pride in producing high-quality work.
• A "completer-finisher" mindset, spotting details others might miss.
• Curious, questioning, and not afraid to challenge ideas constructively.
• Flexible and adaptable, equally comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel in the UK and internationally when required (passport and driving licence essential).
• Eager to keep learning, staying up to date with new technologies, techniques, and trends.

Benefits

• We go beyond the basics to create a workplace that rewards hard work, supports wellbeing, and helps you build a lasting career.
• Enhanced Holidays - 30 days annual leave to start, plus an extra day for each year of service (up to 5 additional days).
• Westfield Healthcare - cover that contributes towards dental, osteopathy, chiropody and more, plus retail discounts.
• China Fleet Country Club Membership - free access to gym, pool, racquet sports, fitness classes and leisure facilities.
• Enhanced Sick Pay - peace of mind if you're unwell, with full sick pay available at management discretion.
• Social Events - from team-building days to pub quizzes, we believe in celebrating successes together