Control Systems Engineer

We're working with a well-established, specialist engineering business based in Colchester that designs and delivers safety-critical control systems for demanding sectors including rail, marine, and oil & gas, with projects spanning the UK and internationally. This is a genuinely interesting place to build a career: small enough that your work has real impact, experienced enough that the technical challenges are serious.

As a Control Systems Engineer you'll be involved across the full project lifecycle, from initial design through to on-site commissioning, working on both new builds and upgrades to existing systems. Some UK and overseas travel is required for commissioning work, so a willingness to be away from home periodically is important.

• Developing detailed control system designs, wiring schematics, and layouts using AutoCAD
• Writing and developing PLC code, Allen Bradley Rockwell as a minimum
• Designing SCADA systems and HMIs
• Hardware and software design engineering
• Testing, validation, and commissioning of new systems (UK and overseas sites)
• Reviewing project specifications and developing functional design documentation
• Attending technical and design meetings with clients and stakeholders

• Proven experience in control systems design and implementation
• Strong PLC programming skills, Allen Bradley Rockwell essential
• Proficiency with SCADA, HMI, and related control system hardware/software
• AutoCAD experience is essential, evidence of this will be required
• Industrial communications knowledge (Profibus, Ethernet, Device Net)
• Degree in Control, Automation, or Electrical Engineering preferred
• Experience with safety-critical or SIL-rated systems is a strong advantage
• Rail industry knowledge is advantageous but not essential
• Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Subsidised gym membership
• Team building events
• Pension scheme