Control Systems/ PLC Engineer

Millbank; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Millbank Holdings Ltd is seeking a Control Systems Engineer for a 12-month contract in the UK, with hybrid working (2–3 days in the office). You'll design, develop, integrate and commission control and automation systems across nuclear or safety-critical projects.

You'll work with Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider platforms and HMI/SCADA tools, contributing to FAT/CAT, site acceptance and technical documentation.

Qualifications

• We require a solid foundation in control systems and PLC engineering.
• Professional experience with PLC and/or SCADA programming in industry.
• Familiarity with IEC 61131 programming languages.
• Experience supporting testing, commissioning or system integration.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Typically 3–7 years of relevant engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, test and commission control and automation systems.
• Develop PLC software and configure HMI/SCADA systems for multiple platforms.
• Contribute to full project lifecycle from concept to FAT, CAT, SAT and commissioning.
• Produce design specifications, test documentation and user manuals.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical and project delivery teams to ensure high standards.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA programming

Fault-finding

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Electrical Engineering degree / HND

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Schneider EcoStruxure

AVEVA / Citect / Vijeo Designer

WinCC / WinCC Flexible

InTouch / Wonderware

Job description

• Schneider – EcoStruxure

Control Systems Engineer

Nuclear & Safety-Critical Engineering

Duration: 12-Month Contract

Rate: £50–£55 per hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Duration: 12 months

Working: Hybrid – typically 2–3 days per week in the office

Security Clearance: BPSS required (SC eligible)

Travel: UK travel required at key project stages

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll work across the design, development, integration, testing and commissioning of control and automation systems.

PLC Software Development

Design and develop PLC software using platforms such as:

• Rockwell – Studio 5000
• Siemens – TIA Portal
• Schneider – EcoStruxure

HMI / SCADA

Develop and configure HMI and SCADA systems, including:

• Rockwell FactoryTalk View ME/SE
• Schneider AVEVA / Citect / Vijeo Designer
• Siemens WinCC / WinCC Flexible
• InTouch / Wonderware or similar platforms

Full Project Lifecycle

You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to projects from concept through to live commissioning, including:

• Concept and detailed design
• PLC software development
• System build, development and integration
• Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
• Customer Acceptance Testing (CAT)
• Site installation support
• Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
• Commissioning and start-up
• System validation and troubleshooting
• Technical fault-finding and problem solving
• Production of technical documentation, including design specifications, test documentation and user manuals

You’ll also work closely with electrical, mechanical and project delivery teams to ensure integrated solutions are delivered to a high standard.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone with a solid foundation in control systems and PLC engineering who is keen to broaden their technical experience.

Essential

• Degree/HND in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent engineering experience
• Professional experience with PLC and/or SCADA programming within an industrial environment
• Familiarity with IEC 61131 programming languages
• Experience supporting testing, commissioning or system integration
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams
• Typically 3–7 years’ relevant engineering experience

Desirable

• Experience with Rockwell, Siemens and/or Schneider PLC platforms
• HMI / SCADA development experience
• Experience within a regulated or safety-critical industry, such as nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceutical or similar
• Experience across multiple control system platforms
• A genuine interest in developing broader multi-platform control systems expertise

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.