Electrical Control Systems Engineer

Hewett Recruitment; Horsham; On-site; GBP 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building products company in Horsham is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to maintain and upgrade production systems. The role involves expertise in PLC programming, robotics, and electrical systems. Candidates should have a relevant HND and experience in heavy industrial environments. This competitive role offers a salary up to £57,000 plus benefits including private medical insurance and flexible holiday options.

Benefits

Single private medical insurance

Pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes

Life assurance (2x annual salary)

Qualifications

• HND in Engineering or equivalent, preferably in Mechatronics.
• Experience working on 440V control systems.
• Experience in heavy industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair production plant and machinery.
• Provide technical support for robotics and automation.
• Design, upgrade, and program PLCs, SCADAs, and control systems.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics

Problem-solving skills

Electrical safety knowledge

Communication skills

Education

HND in Engineering, preferably Mechatronics

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related subject

Tools

AutoCAD

Siemens S5/S7

Inverter drive systems (Siemens, Danfoss, SEW)

Job description

Control Systems Engineer
Location: Warnham, Horsham
Salary: Up to £57,000 (depending on experience) + annual bonus up to 8%
Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

The Company

Our client is a leading provider of building products and construction solutions, committed to innovation, sustainability, and career development. They offer a professional and supportive working environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and developed.

The Role

We are seeking a Control Systems Engineer to join the in-house engineering team at their Warnham site. You will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and upgrading production plant and machinery, including electrical and control systems.

This is a highly technical and varied role where your expertise in PLCs, servo drives, robotics, and electrical control design will directly contribute to the efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement of production processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair production plant and machinery, including servo drives, burner control systems, interlock systems, and pneumatic circuits
• Provide technical support and problem-solving for robotics and automation
• Design, upgrade, and program PLCs (Siemens S5/S7), SCADAs, HMIs, and control systems
• Work from and produce AutoCAD electrical schematics and PLC programme upgrades/conversions
• Install and commission new equipment and control panels
• Ensure compliance with European Machinery Directive, Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations, and other safety standards
• Conduct mandatory electrical testing including fixed wire, PAT, HV transformers, and switchgear
• Survey, maintain, and backup electrical drawings and PLC/SCADA systems
• Promote continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing principles (5S, visual management, PIP projects)
• Collaborate with UK and Central Engineering teams to maximise machinery and team performance

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• HND in Engineering, preferably Mechatronics
• C&G 18th edition qualification and confident working on 440V control systems
• Experience with inverter drive systems (Siemens, Danfoss, SEW)
• Knowledge of electrical safety circuits, control systems, and PLC hardware/software
• Experience producing and interpreting electrical schematics and designing from scratch
• Robot programming experience
• Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and ability to work independently or in a team
• Experience in heavy industrial environments
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Desirable:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related subject
• IOSH or NEBOSH certifications
• Experience with continuous improvement (CI) systems
• CMMS knowledge (Computerised Maintenance Management Systems)
• MEWP and FLT licences
• Experience with brick or roof tile manufacturing machinery

Benefits

• Salary up to £57,000 (depending on experience) + annual bonus up to 8%
• Single private medical insurance
• Pension scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (flexible holiday options: buy 4 days, sell up to 2 days) + additional volunteering day
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes (including 24/7 online GP, counselling, mental health support, get fit programmes)
• Health & wellbeing benefits including dental cover, health cash plan, and eye tests
• Financial advice and support services
• Employee discounts across retailers, gyms, and company products
• Life assurance (2x annual salary)
• Opportunity to join the Share Incentive Plan and Employee Profit Participation Programme

Why Apply?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading building products company in a highly technical, hands-on, and dynamic control systems role. If you are an experienced engineer with expertise in PLCs, robotics, and electrical control systems, and want to make a real impact on production efficiency and safety, this role could be the perfect next step for your career.

To Apply
If you are ready to take your career to the next level as a Control Systems Engineer, apply today with your CV.