Controls Engineer

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Our client
Our client is a leading engineering business in the North East, recognised for delivering innovative, high-impact solutions within a complex and highly regulated sector.

With continued investment in cutting-edge technology, R&D, and engineering excellence, the organisation has experienced significant sustained growth. Their engineering function is at the heart of the business, offering a collaborative, hands-on environment where engineers are given real ownership of projects from concept through to commissioning.

This is an opportunity to join a business where engineering truly drives success — combining technical challenge, global reach, and long-term career stability.
The opportunity
Due to ongoing growth, our client is looking to appoint a Controls Engineer to join their expanding engineering team.

This role offers a unique blend of design, development and real-world application, supporting the delivery of complex engineered products used in demanding environments.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Designing and developing electrical and control systems from concept through to production
• Developing, programming and testing PLC-based control systems
• Supporting product integration, commissioning, and field trials
• Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams across engineering, projects and commercial functions
• Engaging with customers to support system integration, training and technical d...