Senior Electrical Controls Engineer

Atlas Recruitment Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 50,400 - 61,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Senior Electrical Controls Engineer to join a specialist team. The role involves focusing on complex Industrial Control Systems, fault-finding, and ensuring cyber-safe operations. Candidates should have strong experience in electrical engineering and proven ability with PLC, HMI & SCADA systems. This full-time position offers a chance to work in a world-class engineering environment where innovation is key.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in electrical engineering and controls.
• Degree or BTEC (HND/HNC) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or similar.
• Proven ability with PLC, HMI & SCADA systems.
• A curiosity for innovation and system security.

Responsibilities

• Dive deep into complex Industrial Control Systems.
• Fault-finding and ensuring operational processes stay cyber-safe.
• Protect vital assets and drive performance improvements.

Skills

Strong experience in electrical engineering and controls

Proven ability with PLC, HMI & SCADA systems

Curiosity for innovation and system security

Education

Degree or BTEC (HND/HNC) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or similar

Job description

Senior Electrical Controls Engineer

Cheshire, UK

Up to £56,000 DOE

Ever wondered what it takes to keep the most advanced control systems running flawlessly?

The organisation I’m working with is searching for a Senior Electrical Controls Engineer to join a specialist team shaping the future of secure, automated manufacturing.

You’ll dive deep into the heart of complex Industrial Control Systems — fault‑finding, innovating, and ensuring every robotic and automated process stays both operational and cyber‑safe.

Each day brings a new challenge: protecting vital assets, refining performance, and driving improvements that make a tangible impact.

This is your chance to join a world‑class engineering organisation at the forefront of UK defence and technology — where innovation isn’t just encouraged, it’s expected. You’ll work alongside experts solving problems that genuinely matter.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in electrical engineering and controls
• Degree or BTEC (HND/HNC) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or similar
• Proven ability with PLC, HMI & SCADA systems
• A curiosity for innovation and system security

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Engineering Services and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing