Control Systems Engineer (R&D)

Project Freelance; Adlington; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Benefits

Job summary

Project Freelance in Adlington, Cheshire is seeking a Control Systems Engineer (R&D) to own development of bespoke machinery. You will design PLC, HMI, and servo motion control software, produce electrical schematics and documentation, and deliver projects from concept through testing and commissioning.

The role requires strong Siemens PLC programming, motion control experience and an electrical bias. Some travel to UK and internationally may be required and there is one day per week

Qualifications

• Strong Siemens PLC programming experience.
• Experience with multi-axis servo motion control and HMI development.
• Electrical bias with background in manufacturing or machinery design.
• Degree, HNC or HND in electrical engineering or related discipline.
• Willingness to commute to Adlington and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC, HMI, multi-axis servo motion control and safety software for bespoke machinery.
• Produce electrical schematics and supporting technical documentation.
• Deliver projects from design through programming, testing, commissioning and training.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, suppliers and customers to improve control systems.
• Carry out fault-finding, upgrades and remote technical support.
• Investigate and integrate new technologies into machinery designs.
• Based in Adlington, with UK and international travel as required.

Skills

Siemens PLC programming

Motion control

HMI development

Electrical bias

Education

Electrical engineering degree/HNC/HND

Tools

Mitsubishi control systems

Job description

Control Systems Engineer (R&D)

Adlington, Cheshire - Site based, with 1 day working from home per week after probation

£55,000 to £70,000 depending on experience + Great Benefits

Excellent opportunity for a Control Systems Engineer with strong Siemens PLC programming and motion control experience to take ownership of projects developing bespoke manufacturing machinery.

This well-established engineering and manufacturing business designs and builds specialist machinery for customers worldwide. They are looking for an electrically biased Control Systems Engineer to join their in-house R&D team, developing new machinery and improving existing systems.

In this role, you will develop PLC, HMI, multi-axis servo motion control and safety software, alongside electrical schematics and technical documentation. You will take projects from concept and design through programming, testing and commissioning, working closely with mechanical engineers, customers and suppliers. The position also involves fault-finding, upgrades and occasional UK and international travel to support commissioning and training.

The ideal candidate will have a manufacturing background, strong Siemens PLC programming skills and hands-on experience with motion control and HMI development. An electrical bias is essential, with exposure to Mitsubishi systems advantageous. Experience working within an in-house machinery design and build environment would be particularly well suited.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established manufacturer in a varied R&D position, where you can see your ideas progress from initial concept through to working machinery used by customers worldwide.

The Role:

• Develop PLC, HMI, multi-axis servo motion control and safety software for bespoke machinery.
• Produce electrical schematics and supporting technical documentation.
• Deliver projects through design, programming, testing, commissioning and training.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, suppliers and customers to develop and improve control systems.
• Carry out fault-finding, upgrades and remote technical support.
• Investigate and integrate new technologies into machinery designs.
• Based in Adlington, with UK and international travel as required.

The Person:

• Control Systems Engineer with a manufacturing background and strong electrical knowledge.
• Strong Siemens PLC programming experience.
• Experience with multi-axis servo motion control and HMI development.
• Ideally experienced within an in-house machine manufacturing or machinery design and build environment.
• Exposure to Mitsubishi control systems would be advantageous.
• Understanding of machinery safety and functional safety requirements.
• Relevant Degree, HNC or HND in electrical engineering, control systems or a related discipline.
• Able to commute to Adlington and travel when required.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.