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Control Systems Engineer

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Longthorpe, United Kingdomfull_timeVerifiedPosted 5 Oct 2026
💰 £47,000/yr(£35,000/yr – £47,000/yr)

About the role

This opportunity is with a forward thinking organisation that specialises in advanced automation and control systems. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality solutions across a range of industries, the company offers a collaborative and modern working environment focused on innovation. Employees benefit from hands-on involvement in impactful projects, exposure to leading edge platforms, and a supportive culture that encourages personal and professional growth.

Control Systems Engineer

£35,000 - £47,000 + c15% bonus + c15% overtime + travel allowances + healthcare.

OTE to£60K

Cambridgeshire. Ref: 21747

Control Systems Engineer – The Role:

Design and code PLC/HMI control systems – ideally using Rockwell and/or Siemens TIA
Carry out SCADA software design, ideally using Wonderware InTouch
Carry out any necessary modifications to existing hardware and panels
Communicate effectively with customers regarding the project
Complete all required testing and installation/commissioning at the customers site
Write all technical documentation including FDS and Manuals
Provide customer support 24/7 and out of hours – not compulsory
Control Systems Engineer – The Person:

Obtained formal/technical qualifications in electrical or automation engineering
Gained a minimum of 3 year's experience of leading on projects
Candidates MUST be competent with design & coding of PLC and SCADA software
Be competent with electrical panels of 24VDC, 230VAC, 415VAC
We are seeking customer focused individuals who enjoy complete project involvement including the opportunity to travel throughout the UK and worldwide – full UK valid driving license and passport are essential for this role. You will have ideally have solid background of the design and development of control systems within an automated process machinery environment. You must be prepared to spend c20% of your time travelling.

Ideal locations would include Kettering, Corby, Peterborough, Northampton, Cambridge, Bedford and Kings Lynn.

For further information please contact John Anderson

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