Controls Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in automation technology seeks a skilled Controls Engineer. In this office-based/hybrid role, you'll design and program robust control systems for bespoke automated machinery and advanced robotics, collaborating closely with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure optimal system performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Controls Engineer or Automation Engineer.
• Understanding of motion control, robotics, pneumatics, and system integration.
• Ability to write clean, well-structured, and reusable code.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing PLC-based control systems for automated machinery.
• Integrating technologies like motion control, robotics, sensors, and third-party equipment.
• Collaborating with mechanical and electrical design teams for cohesive system development.

Skills

PLC programming

Motion control

Robotics

Pneumatics

System integration

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering

Control Systems

Automation

Tools

Siemens

Rockwell

Codesys

B&R

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Travel: Not expected or infrequent

We are seeking a talented Controls Engineer to join our growing engineering team, working at the forefront of automation technology. In this role, you’ll be responsible for designing and programming robust, efficient control systems that controls/sequences bespoke automated machinery and advanced robotics.

This is a primarily office-based/hybrid role, working closely with our mechanical, electrical, and commissioning teams.

The role of Controls Engineer will include:

• Designing, specifying, and developing PLC-based control systems for automated machinery
• Creating and maintaining structured PLC code – working toward standardised, reusable blocks
• Integrating technologies such as motion control, robotics, pneumatics, sensors, and third-party equipment
• Developing user-friendly HMI interfaces
• Supporting the commissioning team by providing control system expertise, diagnostics, and advice.
• Collaborating with mechanical and electrical design teams to ensure cohesive system development
• Participating in project reviews, technical discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives

The suitable

• Proven experience as a Controls Engineer or Automation Engineer
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming, such as Siemens, Rockwell, Codesys or B&R.
• Understanding of motion control, robotics, pneumatics, and system integration
• Experience designing and developing HMI interfaces
• Ability to write clean, well-structured, and reusable code
• Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills
• Clear communicator, confident in technical discussions with multi-disciplinary teams

Desirable Qualifications:

• Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Automation, or related discipline
• Familiarity with safety systems and relevant machinery standards
• Experience working in a project-driven manufacturing or machine-building environment