Electrical Controls Engineer

ASTUTE Technical Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in Barnsley is seeking an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to oversee a complete project lifecycle. This role involves designing and programming PLC and SCADA systems, and contributing to project specifications. Competitive salary up to ₧65,000 along with private medical insurance and professional development opportunities are provided. The ideal candidate has significant experience in control systems and attention to detail, thriving in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Professional development and training opportunities

Annual pay review

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience as a Controls Engineer.
• Proven design experience in electrical or controls engineering.
• Strong experience with Siemens equipment for control panels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and produce Functional Design and System Design Specifications.
• Design and program PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Attend client and sub-contractor meetings to provide technical expertise.

Skills

Controls Engineering

AutoCAD

PLC Programming

HMI and SCADA systems

Problem-solving

Organization

Education

Engineering qualification to Level 4 or above (HND/Degree or equivalent)

Job description

Astute’s Nuclear team is working with a long-established engineering firm known for its precision, innovation, and strong commitment to quality and safety, to recruit an Electrical Controls Engineer based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire.

This Electrical Controls Engineer role offers a salary up to ₧65,000, plus benefits including performance incentives and professional development opportunities.

If you’re an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer with a passion to own a complete project lifecycle, and you’re looking to join a close-knit team where technical expertise and attention to detail are truly valued, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Controls Engineer role

• Develop and produce Functional Design Specifications (FDS), System Design Specifications (SDS), and all relevant design documentation.
• Design and program PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems (Siemens experience essential; experience with Mitsubishi and other systems advantageous).
• Design electrical distribution systems, motor control centers (MCCs), and PLC control systems using AutoCAD.
• Participate in all stages of projects, from concept through to detailed design and completion.
• Attend client and sub-contractor meetings, providing technical expertise to support project delivery.
• Prepare and manage test documentation for FAT/SAT and oversee Factory Acceptance Testing at panel manufacturers’ facilities.
• Contribute to the preparation of estimates, tenders, and design specifications.
• Author O&M manuals and maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in electrical engineering.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Engineering qualification to Level 4 or above (HND/Degree or equivalent).
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience as a Controls Engineer.
• Proven design experience in an electrical or controls engineering role, including AutoCAD.
• Strong experience in control panel and MCC design, preferably using Siemens equipment.
• Knowledge of industrial control systems, including electrical distribution, motor control centers, and PLC control panels.
• Experience in a turnkey project environment

Personal skills

The Electrical Controls Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Able to work proactively both individually and as part of a small team.

Salary and benefits of the Electrical Controls Engineer role

• Salary up to ₧65,000 DOE
• Private medical insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Annual pay review in line with industry standards

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.