Controls Systems Engineer

Michael Page; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist manufacturer based in the UK seeks a Control Systems Engineer to oversee the full lifecycle of automation control and safety systems. The successful candidate will design and commission PLC and motion control systems, integrate functional safety, and lead automation projects in an expanding facility. A strong understanding of industrial networks and the ability to develop SCADA/HMI systems are essential. An excellent salary and benefits package are offered, making this an exciting opportunity to impact the ongoing expansion.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Experienced in PLC/HMI design and commissioning.
• Proven background in functional safety integration and validation.
• Strong understanding of industrial networking, sensors, and drive systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC and motion control systems.
• Develop and integrate functional safety systems.
• Create and maintain documentation related to control systems.
• Deliver SCADA/HMI systems with data acquisition capabilities.
• Lead automation projects from concept through to handover.

Skills

PLC/HMI design and commissioning

Functional safety integration

Industrial networking

HMI/SCADA development

Excellent communication skills

Education

HNC or equivalent in Electrical, Controls or Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens TIA/Step7

Mitsubishi GX

Beckhoff

Zenon or similar

Job description

As Control Systems Engineer, you'll own the full lifecycle of automation control and safety systems - from concept through commissioning. Working alongside production, maintenance, and engineering, you'll ensure critical assets run safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Client Details

Our client is a specialist manufacturer with multiple sites across the UK and a strong international footprint. They operate in a niche industrial sector with continual investment in automation and process innovation.

Their Lydney facility is undergoing a period of expansion, with major upgrades to safety systems, controls, and production technology - creating an exciting opportunity for a skilled engineer to make an immediate impact.

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC and motion control systems (Siemens TIA/Step7, Mitsubishi, Beckhoff).

• Develop and integrate functional safety systems (light curtains, scanners, safety PLCs, interlocks).

• Create and maintain documentation - FDS/URS, risk assessments, validation plans, and AutoCAD drawings.

• Deliver SCADA/HMI systems with data acquisition, alarm, and diagnostic capability.

• Lead automation projects from concept through to handover.

• Troubleshoot chronic faults, drive root-cause fixes, and lead system upgrades.

• Support production and maintenance teams with training, diagnostics, and technical guidance.

• Maintain governance on version control, change management, and site standards.

Profile

The Ideal Candidate

• Experienced in PLC/HMI design and commissioning (Siemens TIA/Step7; Mitsubishi GX; Beckhoff).

• Proven background in functional safety integration and validation (ISO 13849 / IEC 62061).

• Strong understanding of industrial networking, sensors, and drive systems.

• Confident in HMI/SCADA development (Zenon or similar) and fault diagnostics.

• HNC or equivalent in Electrical, Controls or Mechatronics; time-served apprenticeship preferred.

• Comfortable working hands-on in a production environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

• Excellent communicator with disciplined documentation and change control habits.

Job Offer

Excellent salary and benefits.