Controls Engineer

Automation Experts

  • Newcastle
  • £70,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
Are you a skilled Control Systems Engineer ready to take on varied, high-impact projects in the North East?We’re working with a fast-growing, independently owned automation specialist delivering cutting-edge control systems to some of the most recognised names in the industry. Supporting food & beverage, pharmaceutical and utilities to high-security industries such as defence, aerospace and nuclear. They champion innovation, embrace complex challenges and take pride in their delivery.With a healthy project pipeline they are looking to bring talented engineers into their team.Control Systems Engineers£40,000 – £70,000 DOE + Pension + Healthcare + Life AssuranceExcellent training & development opportunities.Newcastle. Ref: 23824Controls Engineer - The Role:
  • Design, configure and develop PLC & SCADA systems for a range of industrial automation projects
  • Produce functional design specifications and test documentation (FDS, FAT/SAT)
  • Manage full project life cycles — from initial design to on-site commissioning
  • Liaise with clients and subcontractors to ensure seamless delivery.
  • Travel across the UK (c20%) to support commissioning and client interaction.
Controls Engineer - The Person:
  • Solid experience in real-time control systems design and commissioning.
  • Proficient in PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider).
  • SCADA design experience preferred – essential for senior-level roles.
  • Previous experience within a systems integrator environment
  • Comfortable managing documentation and project processes.
  • Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) and a full UK driving licence.
We are keen to see Control Systems Engineers with experience of the following packages:
  • PLC Software – Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider
  • HMI/SCADA Software – Rockwell FTView ME & SE, AVEVA InTouch & System Platform, Schneider ClearSCADA GEiFIX, Siemens WinCC
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a heritage of over 100 years and a current order book approaching £1Bn. They offer a clear career path, on-going professional training including Chartership and a collaborative working environment.Preferably you will be degree qualified with background in a similar role. Strong communication skills are needed along with a full UK valid driving licence.For further information call Tom EvansAE1

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