Controls Engineer

Stirling Warrington; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Leamington Spa is seeking a proactive Controls Engineer to ensure operational efficiency of plant systems. The role includes tasks related to maintenance, PLC programming, and supporting new equipment installations. The company offers excellent benefits including substantial holiday and overtime pay.

Benefits

33 Days Holiday (25 Banks)

Overtime pay (1.3X midweek, 1.5X Sat, 2X Sun)

Production and Attendance bonus

2X Death in Service

Investment in new machinery

Qualifications

• Experience with Siemens PLC programming.
• Ability to read and interpret technical electrical drawings.
• Forklift license or specific certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative and corrective maintenance tasks.
• Develop and execute PLC programs.
• Perform diagnostics and debugging on equipment.

Skills

PLC programming

Hands-on experience with robots

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

Controls Engineer
Leamington Spa
Up to £50,000 per annum DOE
Double Days (Contractually) – Vast Majority Days Regular.

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Controls Engineer with strong electrical expertise to support our clients manufacturing operations. This is an important role ensuring that all plant equipment and systems remain operational, safe, and efficient.

Benefits:

• Monday – Friday – No weekends – Early Finish on Fridays
• 33 Days Holiday (25 Banks)
• Overtime on tap 1.3X midweek (1.5X after 2 hours), 1.5X Sat, 2X Sun
• Production and Attendance bonus (Paid every 3/6 months)
• 2X Death in Service
• Substantial investment made into the plant in the last year – Just installed and commissioned a new £2m production line – Chance to work on brand new machinery

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out planned preventative and corrective maintenance tasks across site equipment.
• Develop, write, and execute PLC programs and support firmware upgrades.
• Perform diagnostics, testing, and system debugging on a range of equipment including robots and field devices.
• Maintain site facilities (e.g., boilers, chillers, compressors, lighting, fire systems, building infrastructure).
• Ensure accurate documentation of all maintenance activities in our computer systems.
• Support commissioning and development of new equipment or plant modifications.
• Uphold high standards of safety, hygiene, and organisation in the maintenance department.
• Ensure smooth shift handovers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting to end users.

What We Are Looking For:

• Hands-on experience with robots and PLC programming (Siemens).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical electrical drawings.
• Resilient under pressure, with excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of health & safety and environmental best practices.
• Forklift licence or other specific certifications are a plus.

Reach out to Justin Norley at Stirling Warrington to learn more.