Process Control Engineer

ELEQT Group Limited; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading glass manufacturing company in Ormskirk is seeking a Process Control Engineer to work on advanced control systems and support development projects. Ideal candidates will have a 2:1 degree in Engineering and experience in industrial process control. Competitive salary up to £55,000 with additional benefits including a bonus scheme and private healthcare.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus public holidays

On site car parking

On site canteen

Management Bonus scheme up to 20%

Private healthcare scheme

Group Personal Pension Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in industrial process control.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Innovative thinker and collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Create and enhance process control systems from concept to implementation.
• Work across SCADA development, PLC programming, and advanced control techniques.
• Develop and implement inspection systems and instruments.

Skills

Industrial process control

Electrical and electronic design

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Education

2:1 degree or above in Engineering related subject

Job description

Location: Ormskirk, West Lancashire, L40 5UF.

Salary: Up to £55,000 dependant on experience.

Qualification: 2:1 or above degree in an Engineering related subject area.

WHO ARE WE?

The NSG Group is a global leader in glass manufacturing in three business areas: Architectural, Automotive and Creative Technology.

Our mission is to change our surroundings and improve our world. We work towards our Vision which is based on the strong belief in our long-held values: sincere and ethical culture, commitment to safety and technology and respect for people.

THE ROLE

A vacancy has arisen for a Process Control Engineer based in Lathom, near Ormskirk, reporting to the Team Leader of the Process Control Team within the Research & Development (R&D) Function. If you're excited by cutting-edge technology and thrive on solving complex challenges, this could be the perfect role for you. The R&D Process Control Team is responsible for the development, rollout and support of automatic inspection and process control systems across the NSG Group and licensee operations worldwide. The instrumentation and software solutions developed by the team are vital to our manufacturing operations for measurement, quality control and process control purposes and are strongly aligned with the Groups VA and Digitalisation strategies.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Create and enhance process control systems from concept through to implementation.
• Work across SCADA development, PLC programming, and advanced control techniques from PID loops to AI and machine learning.
• Develop and implement inspection systems and instruments to maintain top-tier product and process quality.
• Partner with R&D and production teams to identify and deliver process improvements safely and effectively.
• Provide both on-site and remote technical support, while upgrading and maintaining existing systems.
• Be open to occasional overseas travel as part of your role.
• Keep up to date with the latest technologies and innovations in process control.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• A 2:1 degree or above in an Engineering related subject.
• Significant experience in industrial process control.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic design.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• A logical problem solver who enjoys tackling challenges.
• An innovative thinker and collaborative team player.
• High attention to detail, with resilience and determination.
• Solid project and time management skills.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus declared public holidays.
• On site car parking & electric charging ports.
• On site canteen.
• Management Bonus scheme up to 20% of basic salary, not guaranteed.
• Private healthcare scheme.
• Holiday salary exchange.
• Group Personal Pension Plan.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.

We give everyone an equal opportunity to contribute to their full potential and harness the richness of ideas.

If you believe you can take on the challenge, we very much want to hear from you.

Closing date is 29th October 2025.

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