Control Systems Engineer

Meritus; Stone; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the Energy sector is seeking a Control Systems Software Engineer to design and implement advanced PLC and SCADA/DCS systems. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and will manage projects while ensuring compliance with QA standards. This hybrid role offers competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Flexible working options

Private pension (6.5% matched)

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in PLC and SCADA systems.
• Proficiency in IEC61131 languages.
• Strong design documentation preparation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC-based control systems and configure SCADA/DCS platforms.
• Create design specifications and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Lead projects and conduct acceptance testing.

Skills

PLC systems expertise

SCADA systems knowledge

IEC61131 programming

Tools

Siemens PCS7

Rockwell ControlLogix

Schneider EcoStruxure

WinCC

Zenon

Job description

Overview

Control Systems Software Engineer in the Energy sector. Stone, Staffordshire. Hybrid (3 days per week onsite). MERITUS are working with a leading consultancy within the Energy sector, they're looking for experienced Control Systems Software Engineers to join their team due to an influx of new projects. This role involves designing, developing, and implementing advanced PLC and SCADA/DCS systems, contributing to upgrades, system improvements, and new builds in highly regulated industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PLC-based control systems and configure advanced SCADA/DCS platforms.
• Create and review functional and detailed design specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Lead small projects or sub-teams, performing internal and customer acceptance testing.
• Drive quality assurance and ensure effective delivery across the full project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in PLC systems such as Siemens PCS7, Rockwell ControlLogix, or Schneider EcoStruxure, and SCADA platforms like WinCC or Zenon.
• Proficiency in IEC61131 languages, including ladder, function block, and structured text.
• Strong background in preparing design documentation and test plans, and delivering systems to QA standards.
• Willingness to travel, with a full UK driving license, and capable of site-based commissioning work.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (enquire for details)
• 25 days holiday (bank holidays on top)
• Private medical insurance
• Flexible working options
• Private pension (6.5% matched)