Controls Service Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics automation company is seeking a Controls Service Engineer to improve intralogistics systems. This role involves remote troubleshooting and on-site customer support, requiring expertise in PLC programming and electrical systems. Join a team dedicated to shaping the future of technology in automation with competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Positive working environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Engagement in future-oriented projects

Qualifications

• Degree in electrical engineering, automation technology, or similar.
• Experience in PLC programming, specifically TIA, S7, or Beckhoff TwinCat2/3.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot control technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-call services for system malfunctions.
• Offer remote support and manage projects independently.
• Participate in retrofitting systems and create documentation.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical schematics

Troubleshooting

Fieldbus systems

HMI systems

Factory automation

Education

Degree in electrical engineering

HND/HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

Controls Service Engineer, South West London

Client: Swisslog

Location: South West London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description

Where do people love what they do and excel at it?

At Swisslog, that’s where! Our teams are the core of a world-leading Robotics company harnessing technology to shape the future of intralogistics. We transform performance and efficiency for customers worldwide, giving them a competitive edge.

As part of the KUKA Group, we are leaders in logistics automation technology, serving major global brands. Our team consists of 14,000 professionals from 50 nationalities.

Swisslog is seeking a Controls Service Engineer based in the Midlands. The role can be home-based with travel to customer sites as needed. Our UK head office is in Redditch.

Make an impact

As a Controls Service Engineer for automated intralogistics systems, you will play a key operational role. Your main tasks include:

• Providing on-call services to address malfunctions promptly and efficiently.
• Offering remote 2nd- and 3rd-level support for system operations.
• Managing smaller projects independently, utilizing your technical expertise.
• Participating in retrofitting and modernization of existing systems to keep technologies current.
• Creating detailed documentation and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
• Traveling up to 20% to support on-site customer issues and project implementations.
• Building and maintaining good relationships with internal and external customers.
• Representing the company in meetings.

What you need to succeed

• A degree in electrical engineering, automation technology, mechatronics, or a similar qualification such as HND/HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
• Solid experience in PLC programming, especially with TIA, S7, or Beckhoff TwinCat2/3.
• Comprehensive knowledge of fieldbus systems, HMI systems, and frequency converters.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot electrical/control technologies.
• Experience with industrial warehouse systems is a plus.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites as required.

We offer

Swisslog is part of a global organization committed to providing opportunities, work-life balance, and social activities. Benefits include:

• A positive working environment
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Work with advanced technologies
• Engagement in future-oriented projects with leading brands