Power Systems Controls Engineer – PLC/SCADA Specialist

Adecco; Washington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Healthcare

Health Cash Plan

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Company Pension Scheme

Training and development

Job summary

Adecco is representing a growing engineering organisation in Gateshead seeking a Controls Engineer to design, develop, and deliver advanced control systems across industrial applications. You will work with design, production, commissioning and project teams to provide high-quality solutions.

The role covers full project lifecycle from concept to testing, with ownership and variety. A strong benefits package and clear progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Control Systems, Automation Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a Controls, PLC, or Automation Engineering position.
• Strong understanding of electrical control systems within an industrial environment.
• Experience with Rockwell, Schneider, or similar PLC platforms.
• HMI and/or SCADA development experience.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols.
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems for power generation and distribution applications.
• Program PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Configure and integrate control equipment and automation systems.
• Produce and review technical documentation including I/O schedules, control philosophies, and functional specifications.
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Support system integration using protocols such as Modbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP.
• Carry out testing activities and support commissioning on-site.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues throughout project delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project completion.
• Provide technical support to customers and internal stakeholders.

Skills

PLC programming

Automation engineering

Electrical control systems

HMI/SCADA

Electrical drawings

Industrial protocols

Teamwork

Education

Electrical/Electronic Degree

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

Adecco is representing a growing engineering organisation in Gateshead seeking a Controls Engineer to design, develop, and deliver advanced control systems across industrial applications. You will work with design, production, commissioning and project teams to provide high-quality solutions.

The role covers full project lifecycle from concept to testing, with ownership and variety. A strong benefits package and clear progression opportunities are offered.