Senior Controls Systems Engineer – PLC/SCADA & Safety Lead

Michael Page; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist manufacturer based in the UK seeks a Control Systems Engineer to oversee the full lifecycle of automation control and safety systems. The successful candidate will design and commission PLC and motion control systems, integrate functional safety, and lead automation projects in an expanding facility. A strong understanding of industrial networks and the ability to develop SCADA/HMI systems are essential. An excellent salary and benefits package are offered, making this an exciting opportunity to impact the ongoing expansion.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Experienced in PLC/HMI design and commissioning.
• Proven background in functional safety integration and validation.
• Strong understanding of industrial networking, sensors, and drive systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC and motion control systems.
• Develop and integrate functional safety systems.
• Create and maintain documentation related to control systems.
• Deliver SCADA/HMI systems with data acquisition capabilities.
• Lead automation projects from concept through to handover.

Skills

PLC/HMI design and commissioning

Functional safety integration

Industrial networking

HMI/SCADA development

Excellent communication skills

Education

HNC or equivalent in Electrical, Controls or Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens TIA/Step7

Mitsubishi GX

Beckhoff

Zenon or similar

Job description

A specialist manufacturer based in the UK seeks a Control Systems Engineer to oversee the full lifecycle of automation control and safety systems. The successful candidate will design and commission PLC and motion control systems, integrate functional safety, and lead automation projects in an expanding facility. A strong understanding of industrial networks and the ability to develop SCADA/HMI systems are essential. An excellent salary and benefits package are offered, making this an exciting opportunity to impact the ongoing expansion.