Control Systems Engineer

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Job summary

A leading company in automation and control systems in Trafford Park, Manchester is seeking a Control Systems Engineer. This permanent role involves the full lifecycle delivery of automation solutions, necessitating experience in control systems and flexibility for travel. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields, and strong skills in industrial automation and safety systems, offering opportunities for personal development and growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role (Control Systems Engineer, PLC Engineer, Systems Engineer, Software Engineer).
• Understanding of industrial automation and process control.
• Willingness to travel (30-50%) for site work.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer control systems.
• Develop PLC and HMI systems.
• Commission and support automation solutions.

Skills

Industrial automation

Process control

Safety systems

Excellent communication

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SCADA systems

PLC systems

Job description

Job Title: Control Systems Engineer
Location: Trafford Park, Manchester
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Nuclear, Renewable Energy
Travel Requirement: 30-50% (UK & international sites)
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About the Company
Our client is a well-established and respected leader in safety and process control systems, delivering cutting-edge automation solutions across critical sectors including oil & gas, petrochemical, nuclear, and renewable energy. With decades of industry experience and a strong focus on innovation, safety, and reliability, they are expanding their engineering team and seeking a Control Systems Engineer to join them on a permanent basis at their Trafford Park site in Manchester.
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Role Overview
As a Control Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in the full lifecycle delivery of automation and control systems - from initial concept through to detailed design, build, commissioning, and final handover. This is a hands-on, technically engaging position involving both office-based design and on-site commissioning work in the UK and abroad.

This role is ideal for engineers who have previously worked as a Software Engineer, Systems Engineer, PLC Engineer, or PLC Programmer, and are seeking stable, long-term work on complex and safety-critical systems.
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Key Responsibilities
- System Design & Engineering
- PLC and HMI Development
- Integration & Interfaces
- Commissioning & Support
- Project Collaboration________________________________________

Required Experience & Skills
- Ideally will have experience in a similar role (Control Systems Engineer, PLC Engineer, Systems Engineer, Software Engineer etc.).
- Solid understanding of industrial automation, process control, and safety systems.
- Willingness and flexibility to travel for site work and commissioning (30-50% travel expected).
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and the ability to meet project deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Desirable Qualifications (Not Essential)
- Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Control Systems, or a related discipline.
- Experience working in regulated environments (e.g., oil & gas, nuclear, petrochemical).
- Knowledge of SCADA systems or industrial networking.
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What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Permanent, long-term role with a well-established and growing business.
- Involvement in technically challenging and meaningful projects with real-world impact.
- Opportunities for personal development, training, and career progression.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.