Control Systems Engineer: Advanced Automation Machinery

Interface Recruitment UK; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading machinery manufacturer in York is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to develop bespoke automation solutions for advanced automated machinery. This role involves engineering motion control solutions and programming PLC systems. The ideal candidate has a solid background in machine build and motion control, ready to influence design decisions. Join a company known for its innovation and supportive culture, with opportunities for international travel and relocation support.

Benefits

Flexible start times

25 days’ annual leave

Pension (4% employee / 4.5% employer)

Life assurance (8x salary)

Gym access

Eye care & health benefits

Qualifications

• Solid background in machine build, automation equipment, or special-purpose machinery.
• Ability to design clean, intuitive HMIs with user experience in mind.
• Confidence in diagnosing faults, commissioning complex machines.

Responsibilities

• Engineering motion and automation control solutions for complex machinery.
• Programming, testing, and refining PLC, motion, and HMI systems.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Skills

Motion control

PLC programming

HMI design

Problem-solving under pressure

Tools

Beckhoff

Bosch Rexroth

Job description

A leading machinery manufacturer in York is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to develop bespoke automation solutions for advanced automated machinery. This role involves engineering motion control solutions and programming PLC systems. The ideal candidate has a solid background in machine build and motion control, ready to influence design decisions. Join a company known for its innovation and supportive culture, with opportunities for international travel and relocation support.