Control Systems Engineer

Job Title: Control Systems Engineer
Location: Cheltenham-based, UK & international travel
Salary: Up to £55,000 DOE
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: Monday to Thursday – 08:00 to 17:00, Friday – 08:00 to 14:00

What’s in it For You?:

• Up to £55,000 per year
• Spot bonuses for outstanding contributions
• Company pension scheme
• 29 days incl bank holidays, rising with service
• Private health insurance (for employee, partner, and children)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Career progression opportunities
• Supportive, dynamic work environment

Are you an experienced Control Systems Engineer looking for a diverse, hands-on role in a collaborative, close-knit engineering team? Our client, a leading designer and manufacturer of bespoke control systems and turnkey automation solutions, is seeking a driven and versatile engineer to join their growing organisation.

This is a unique opportunity to work across the full lifecycle of high-end automation projects, from initial concept and programming through to on-site commissioning and post-installation support. While primarily based in the UK, the role will involve occasional global travel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, program and commission bespoke control systems
• Develop PLC, HMI/SCADA, and industrial network solutions
• Work closely with internal panel builders and design engineers
• Lead on-site installation, commissioning, fault-finding and servicing
• Take ownership of customer projects from design through to delivery
• Mentor junior team members and support their development
• Deliver all work to exceptional standards, on time and within scope

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience with industrial control systems
• Strong PLC programming skills (Allen Bradley and/or Siemens essential)
• Knowledge of industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, ProfiNET)
• Excellent problem-solving ability and attention to detail
• Self-motivated, hands-on and adaptable with a proactive mindset
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence (maximum 3 points)
• No criminal convictions that will stop you travelling abroad
• Willingness to travel approx. 50% of the time (mostly UK with some overseas projects)
• Exposure to EPLAN, robotics or automation within plastics/packaging industries (not essential)
• Previous international project experience (not essential)

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