Lead Controls Design Engineer – Industrial Automation

Siemens Energy; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Energy Lincolnshire division seeks a Principal Controls Design Engineer to lead the design of electrical control systems for industrial automation projects. You will produce detailed schematics, control panel layouts, and BOMs while ensuring compliance with IEC/BS EN standards and customer specifications.

You will collaborate with Controls Engineers and Project Managers, applying CAD tools like EPLAN and AutoCAD Electrical, and working with PLC platforms such as Siemens TIA Portal and

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Eng., Automation Eng. or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in electrical control panel design or controls hardware engineering.
• Proficient in producing electrical schematic drawings; familiar with PLC-based control systems, MCCs and VSDs.
• Knowledge of electrical design standards/regulations; interpret customer specs and technical docs.
• Experience with EPLAN and AutoCAD Electrical; familiarity with PLC platforms like Siemens TIA Portal and Allen-Bradley ControlLogix.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control systems for industrial automation and process control applications.
• Produce detailed electrical schematics using CAD tools (EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical).
• Create documentation including control panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, BS EN, and relevant standards; conduct design reviews and implement actions.
• Support project teams with technical guidance and issue resolution throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Electrical design

Schematic drawings

PLC-based control systems

MCCs

VSDs

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

Siemens TIA Portal

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

Job description

Siemens Energy Lincolnshire division seeks a Principal Controls Design Engineer to lead the design of electrical control systems for industrial automation projects. You will produce detailed schematics, control panel layouts, and BOMs while ensuring compliance with IEC/BS EN standards and customer specifications.

You will collaborate with Controls Engineers and Project Managers, applying CAD tools like EPLAN and AutoCAD Electrical, and working with PLC platforms such as Siemens TIA Portal and