Controls Engineer

Location: Leicestershire

Are you a hands-on Controls Engineer who loves bringing complex machines to life? Join a well-established UK engineering business leading the design and delivery of special-purpose automation systems used across cutting-edge manufacturing industries worldwide.

This is your chance to work on innovative, bespoke projects — from concept to commissioning — alongside a talented, multidisciplinary engineering team. No two projects are the same, and your work will have a real, tangible impact on how global manufacturers operate.

Controls Engineer

£45000 - £60000 + Car, Site Uplift, Pension, Bonus, Paid Overtime

Leicestershire.

Controls Engineer
- The Role:

Design and implementation of PLC control systems for bespoke machinery
Programming and integration of machine I/O, sensors, actuators, and motion control systems
PLC programming and hardware integration
HMI development and user interface configuration
Machine control systems support during build, test, and commissioning phases
Work closely with software, mechanical, and electrical teams to ensure seamless system integration
Travelling internationally to support installations and commissioning — see your designs in action around the world!
Controls Engineer

- The Person :

Proven ability to write & commission PLC software
Background of control system design for special purpose machinery
Strong understanding of industrial automation, safety systems, and I/O architectures

Experience with machine-level programming and commissioning
Logical and methodical approach to fault-finding and testing
Full UK working rights and valid passport
Any experience of Beckhoff advantageous, not essential
Desirable Attributes

Experience with motion control and vision systems
Ability to manage time and priorities across multiple projects
Self-motivated, flexible, and solution-focused
Capable of clearly documenting control logic and configurations
You’ll join a forward-thinking company that values innovation, quality, and teamwork. Based in modern Leicestershire facilities, you’ll enjoy variety, challenge, and the excitement of seeing your work come to life in global installations — all while developing your technical expertise and career.

If you’re passionate about automation and looking for a role that combines engineering depth with international adventure, we’d love to hear from you.

For further information call Sarah Clarke.

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