Control Systems Engineer

Hartland Recruitment Careers; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer for an industrial automation project in the Thames Valley region. The successful candidate will design and deliver control systems for factory automation, focusing on PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems. Strong PLC programming skills are essential, along with experience in the integration of electrical systems. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £60,000, overtime, and excellent benefits. On-site commissioning will be carried out across Southern UK without overnight stays.

Benefits

Overtime

Excellent Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in designing control systems for advanced automation.
• Ability to work closely with design teams.
• Experience in on-site commissioning across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Design control systems for factory automation and conveying systems.
• Program PLC systems primarily with Rockwell Automation.
• Develop SCADA / HMI systems and perform documentation.

Skills

Strong PLC programming skills

SCADA / HMI systems design

Electrical Integration

Tools

Rockwell Automation (Allen Bradley)

Siemens S7 TIA Portal

FactoryTalk View

WinCC

Wonderware InTouch

Job description

Senior Control Systems Engineer

Up to £60,000 + Overtime + Excellent Benefits

Location : Thames Valley M3 / M4 Corridor

Due to a growing portfolio of industrial automation projects, our client is expanding their engineering team and seeking an experienced Senior Control Systems Engineer to join them in the Thames Valley region.

The Role

Youll be designing and delivering control systems for advanced automation solutions across sectors such as food and pharmaceuticals. Your responsibilities will include :

• Control System Design : PLC, HMI, and SCADA software and hardware for factory automation, packaging, and conveying systems
• PLC Programming : Primarily Rockwell Automation (Allen Bradley); Siemens S7 TIA Portal experience is a bonus
• SCADA / HMI Development : Using platforms like FactoryTalk View, WinCC, Wonderware InTouch, and others
• Commissioning : On-site commissioning across Southern UK – no overnight stays required
• Documentation & Collaboration : Working closely with design teams and producing clear technical documentation
• Electrical Integration : Supporting control panel design and hardware integration

What Were Looking For

We know no candidate will have everything, but experience in the following areas would be valuable :

• Strong PLC programming skills
• SCADA / HMI systems desi...