Controls Commissioning Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Corby; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in automation is seeking a Controls Commissioning Engineer to join their growing team in Corby. This full-time role involves commissioning advanced conveyor systems, designing electrical control systems, and regular travel across Europe. The ideal candidate will possess strong Siemens S7 expertise and proven commissioning experience. Join a supportive and innovative environment with great benefits.

Benefits

Pension contribution

Cutting-edge projects

Supportive team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in controls design and commissioning required.
• Strong knowledge of Siemens S7 – TIA Portal is essential.
• Must have a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Commission conveyor systems at customer sites across the UK and Europe.
• Design and program electrical control systems.
• Troubleshoot and fault-find on electrical systems.

Skills

Controls design and commissioning

Siemens S7 – TIA Portal

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Ability to work independently

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Sistema

Pascal

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• Work on cutting-edge automation projects across Europe
• Join a supportive, forward-thinking engineering team

Location: Northamptonshire

Type: Full-time

Reference: BP 200

ATA Recruitment are in search for an experienced Controls Commissioning Engineer looking for your next challenge in a dynamic and innovative environment? We are working with a leading manufacturer of conveyor and materials handling systems, seeking a skilled professional to join their growing engineering team.

The Role

As a Controls Commissioning Engineer, you will play a key role in the commissioning of advanced conveyor systems both on-site and in the factory. You'll also contribute to the design and programming of electrical control systems, ensuring seamless integration and performance.

This role involves regular travel across Europe to customer sites, making it ideal for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and hands-on problem-solving in different environments.

Key Responsibilities for the Controls Commissioning Engineer Role:

• Commissioning of conveyor systems at customer sites across the UK and Europe
• Factory-based testing and initial commissioning of systems
• Design and programming of electrical control systems (primarily Siemens S7 – TIA Portal)
• Creation of circuit diagrams, safety documentation, and technical specifications
• Troubleshooting and fault-finding on electrical systems
• Building and wiring control panels
• Supporting service teams with site-based requirements
• Collaborating with engineering, production, and project teams

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in controls design and commissioning
• Strong knowledge of Siemens S7 – TIA Portal (essential)
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical and 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Understanding of machinery directives and functional safety
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across Europe
• Experience with Sistema or Pascal
• Familiarity with barcode scanning applications
• Software debugging and modification experience

Benefits for the Controls Commissioning Engineer Role:

• Pension contribution
• Work on cutting-edge automation projects across Europe
• Join a supportive, forward-thinking engineering team

ATA Recruitment are working exclusively with this client we will be conducting a short list starting today, we will conduct the 1st interview over the phone and the successful candidates will then be forwarded to our client with our recommendation.

If you wish to be considered for this opportunity then please respond with your intention as we are looking to fill this role in the not-so-distant future, you will then be contacting by one of our Recruitment Consultant who will be able to provide more details.

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