Controls Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A large global manufacturer based in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join their team. This shift-based, permanent role involves providing critical support for automation and control systems, fostering both technical excellence and continuous improvement across modern manufacturing equipment. If you are passionate about solving problems and optimizing systems, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, HMI, and process instrumentation.
• Confident in fault-finding, system configuration, and upgrading controls.
• Experience with low voltage and extra-low voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for site automation and control systems.
• Diagnose and resolve breakdowns related to PLC and process control.
• Lead or support PPM and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

PLC Knowledge

SCADA

HMI

Problem Solving

Fault Finding

Tools

SAP

MES

Wonderware

Job description

Job Description

Controls Engineer

Shift-based | Permanent | Excellent Package + Progression

Major Recruitment are proudly supporting a large global manufacturer in Cardiff who are investing heavily in their site and technology. As part of this growth, we're looking for experienced Controls Engineers to join the team, providing critical support across automation, PLCs, SCADA, and site electrical control systems.

This is a hands-on, shift-based role ideal for someone passionate about solving problems, maintaining system up time, and optimising modern manufacturing equipment.

The Role:

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  Provide technical support for all site automation and control systems, including PLCs, SCADA, HMI, and historian software.
  




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  Diagnose and resolve breakdowns related to PLC and process control systems, reducing third-party reliance.
  




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  Maintain and improve key industrial components: sensors, valves, industrial PCs, drives, instrumentation, etc.
  




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  Work across Ethernet, Modbus, Profibus, ControlNet, and other network protocols.
  




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  Lead or support PPM and continuous improvement projects, ensuring full system availability and performance.
  




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  Act as a site competent person (C2) for electrical control systems, supporting safety compliance and system integrity.
  




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  Contribute to the training and development of engineering and cross-functional teams.
  

About You:

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  Strong working knowledge of PLCs (Siemens ), SCADA, HMI, and process instrumentation.
  




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  Confident in fault-finding, code backup, system configuration, and upgrading controls infrastructure.
  




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  Experience working with low voltage and extra-low voltage systems in a manufacturing environment.
  




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  Familiarity with tools such as SAP, MES, Wonderware, and industrial IT networks is a plus.
  




• A collaborative, problem-solving mindset and a passion for technical excellence.

How to Apply:

Please send over your updated CV to be considered for this role.