Senior Control Systems Engineer – Advanced Automated Machinery

Interface Recruitment; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start times

25 days' annual leave

Pension (4% employee / 4.5% employer)

Life assurance (8x salary)

Gym access

Eye care & health benefits

EAP

Free Parking

Electric chargers on site

Job summary

Interface Recruitment is recruiting a Senior Control Systems Engineer for advanced automated machinery in East Yorkshire. The role focuses on developing control architecture for bespoke machines, with hands-on PLC, motion, and HMI work across the full project lifecycle. You will collaborate with mechanical, software, production and service teams and travel to commissioning sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Solid background in machine build, automation equipment, or special-purpose machinery.
• Strong technical understanding of motion control and multi-axis systems.
• Experience with Beckhoff or Bosch Rexroth platforms (highly advantageous).
• Ability to design clean, intuitive HMIs with user experience in mind.

Responsibilities

• Engineering motion and automation control solutions for complex multi-axis machinery.
• Programming, testing, and refining PLC, motion, and HMI systems.
• Creating intuitive HMI interfaces focused on operator usability and clarity.
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Influencing the evolution of control system architecture and product enhancements.
• Participating in commissioning activities and providing occasional on-site technical assistance abroad.
• Producing clear, comprehensive documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Motion control

PLC programming

HMI design

Multi-axis systems

Beckhoff/Rexroth experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in control systems / electrical engineering

Tools

TwinCAT

Beckhoff

Bosch Rexroth

Job description

Senior Control Systems Engineer - Advanced Automated Machinery

Additional Benefits

EAP / Free Parking / Electric Chargers on site

Region

East Yorkshire

Senior Control Systems Engineer - Advanced Automated Machinery

Location: East Yorkshire HQ (with occasional overseas travel)
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Highly competitive
Benefits: Flexible start times • 25 days' annual leave • Pension (4% employee / 4.5% employer) • Life assurance (8x salary) • Gym access • Eye care & health benefits

The Company

Our client is a well-established, family-owned manufacturer specialising in high-performance machinery for the packaging and print finishing sectors. With a strong international presence across Europe, North America, and various global markets, they continue to push boundaries in automation and mechanical innovation. Due to ongoing expansion and a commitment to engineering excellence, they are seeking an experienced Control Systems Engineer to strengthen their technical team.

The Opportunity

In this role, you'll be at the heart of developing the control architecture for bespoke, one-off machines. This is a position for an engineer who excels in a special-purpose / discrete manufacturing environment - not process or batch-based industries. You'll be designing, refining, and supporting control systems across the full project lifecycle, ensuring exceptional machine performance and user-friendly operation.

You'll work closely with colleagues in mechanical engineering, software, production, and customer service, contributing to both new product development and ongoing improvements. The role also includes some international travel for commissioning, troubleshooting, and supporting installations at customer sites.

What You’ll Be Doing

Engineering motion and automation control solutions for complex multi-axis machinery

Programming, testing, and refining PLC, motion, and HMI systems

Creating intuitive HMI interfaces focused on operator usability and clarity

Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams

Influencing the evolution of control system architecture and product enhancements

Participating in commissioning activities and providing occasional on-site technical assistance abroad

Producing clear, comprehensive documentation for internal and external stakeholders

About You

You'll thrive in this role if you bring:

Solid background in machine build, automation equipment, or special-purpose machinery

Strong technical understanding of motion control and multi-axis systems

Experience with Beckhoff or Bosch Rexroth platforms (highly advantageous)

Ability to design clean, intuitive HMIs with user experience in mind

Hands-on knowledge of PLCs, drives, sensors, safety systems, and industrial networks

Confidence in diagnosing faults, commissioning complex machines, and solving problems under pressure

Clear communication and documentation skills

Why Its a Great Move

Join an internationally recognised engineering business with a reputation for innovation

Work with cutting-edge automation technologies in a hands-on, practical environment

Become part of a friendly, supportive, and family-led company culture

Enjoy the freedom to influence design decisions and real product improvements

Be part of a business where your expertise and initiative genuinely matter

Considering Relocating?

Top talent isn't always local - and the company understands that. For engineers thinking about relocating to East Yorkshire, a relocation support package is available, offering:

Financial support towards moving expenses

Advice on local housing and community amenities

Practical help with planning your move and settling in

If you're the right person for the team, they'll work with you to make the transition as smooth as possible - whether you're moving from elsewhere in the UK or overseas.

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• Yes