Project Engineer

Pearl Control Systems Limited; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Holidays

Bank Holidays

Flexi Time

Company Pension

International Travel

Progression Opportunities

Bespoke Training

Access to Gaming Zone: Gym, Snooker,Fo

Job summary

Pearl Control Systems Limited is seeking a hands-on Project Engineer to manage control system integration projects from start to finish in the UK. You will work with clients across manufacturing, energy and automation, delivering reliable systems that optimise performance and efficiency.

The role emphasizes system design, installation, commissioning, troubleshooting and documentation, with strong collaboration with clients to define scope, goals and technical needs throughout the project

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Project engineering, integration, or related roles.
• Experience with control system integration projects across manufacturing, automation, or energy sectors.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented with ability to deliver reliable control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead control system projects, including PLCs, SCADA, HMI and DCS systems.
• Integrate AI into organizational framework while assessing risks and forecasting behavior.
• Analyze data and patterns to mitigate downtime and improve production line performance.
• Develop detailed system designs, architecture and specifications per client requirements.

Skills

IoT

Control theory

Process automation

System integration

DDE

Suitelink

Modbus

Ethernet

OPC

Cloud storage

Java

Python

C++

VB scripting

Flow charts

CAD drawings

Image processing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software, Mechatronics, or a related field

Job description

We are looking for a talented Project Engineer to join our team and manage control system integration projects from start to finish. This position will involve working with a variety of clients and industries, including manufacturing, energy and automation. The ideal candidate will be hands‑on, detail‑oriented and capable of delivering control systems that optimize performance reliability and efficiency.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead Control System Projects: Manage the technical aspects of control system integration projects, including PLCs, SCADA, HMI and DCS systems.
• Artificial Intelligence: Integrate AI into the organizational framework, highlighting the benefits while implementing techniques to assess potential risks and challenges and forecast future behavior.
• Machine Learning: For analysing large set of data and patterns to mitigate any downtime or poor performance linked to the production lines.
• System Design & Development: Develop detailed system designs, architecture and specifications that meet client requirements as per industrial standards.
• Client Liaison: Collaborate directly with clients to define project scope, goals and technical needs while ensuring clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Project Coordination: Oversee project timelines, budgets, resources, and deliverables to ensure that each project is completed on time, within budget and to quality standards.
• Installation & Commissioning: Coordinate and support system installation, configuration, and commissioning efforts to ensure smooth implementation of control systems.
• Troubleshooting & Optimization: Address and resolve any technical issues during system testing and commissioning phases, optimizing control systems for maximum efficiency.
• Documentation: Prepare technical documentation, system manuals and project reports to ensure proper system operation and compliance with standards.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct testing, validate system performance and ensure compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring high‑quality system integration.

What You Need

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in Project engineering, integration, or related roles, ideally within industries like manufacturing, automation, or energy.
• Technical Skills:
  • Knowledge of IoT is a must.
  • Solid understanding of control theory, process automationand system integration techniques.
  • Familiarity with industrial protocols such as DDE, Suitelink, Modbus, Ethernet and OPC.
  • Knowledge of Cloud Storage of data.
  • Knowledge of Java, Python, C++ and VB Scripting
  • Familiarity with Flow Charts, CAD Drawings and Image Processing (Canty Cameras)
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects, including scheduling, budgeting and coordinating teams of engineers and contractors.
• Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients, team members, vendors and to report project progress clearly.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Certifications: PMP or similar project management certification is a plus but not required.

Why Pearl Control Systems?

• Project Variety:
  • Robotics
  • Materials handling
  • Conveying
  • Packaging
  • Warehouse automation
  • Automotive
  • Food and pharmaceutical process control
• Impactful Work: Contribute to creating safe, efficient, and high‑quality food and beverage products that millions of people enjoy daily.
• Innovative Environment: Work on advanced automation and control systems in a fast‑paced, evolving industry.
• Professional Development: We offer training, certifications and opportunities for career growth.
• Great Benefits: 25 Days Holidays, Bank Holidays, Flexi Time, Company Pension, International Travel, Progression Opportunities and Bespoke Training.
• Access to Gaming Zone:Gym, Snooker, Foosball

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Pearl Control Systems, a UK-based company, specializes in delivering cutting‑edge industrial automation solutions to optimize operations and enhance efficiency across various industries.