Actemium Automation Senior Controls Systems Engineer; On-site

Senior Controls Systems Engineer

Location: Slough (On site & Home working)
Job type: Full-time (37.5 hours/ week + overtime)
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the design, testing, and commissioning of control systems for one of our most valued clients, working closely with the customer and internal teams to ensure exceptional delivery.

• Lead and manage the design, review, and testing of control systems, ensuring they meet both customer requirements and industry legislation.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and efficient project execution.
• Design, test, and commission control systems in line with agreed specifications, industry standards, and health & safety requirements.
• Oversee onsite commissioning and testing of systems, ensuring adherence to site‑specific regulations and quality standards.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to system design, build, and installation teams.
• Support Project Managers with project planning, effort estimation, and tracking project progress.
• Contribute to tendering processes, including cost estimation and creating technical proposals.
• Proactively identify and implement improvements to internal processes, driving efficiency across projects.
• Serve as a technical expert in nominated fields, offering mentorship and support to junior engineers.

• Qualifications:
  
  HNC/HND/Degree in a relevant discipline with at least 10 years of experience in systems integration (or 15+ years with lower qualifications).
• Experience:
  
  Extensive experience in PLC‑based control system architecture and programming (PLC, HMI, SCADA).
• Industrial control systems, including control panel design, C&I system design, and commissioning.
• Compliance with machinery safety design and relevant industry standards.
• Onsite commissioning of complex industrial control systems.
• Preferred Sectors:
  Experience in Food, Pharmaceutical/Fine Chemical, and Material Handling/Logistics industries is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with customers and internal teams.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Self‑motivated, with a keen willingness to learn, adapt, and take on new challenges.
• Ability to mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team, balancing both company and individual goals.

• Salary per annum depending on experience
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + length of service annual leave rewards
• Health shield cash plan
• EV car purchase scheme
• Pension contributions matched up to 7%
• VINCI share scheme (6 months length of service qualifying period)
• Death in service insurance
• Supportive, dynamic team with strong values

• Conceptual design and consultancy
• Control system engineering and manufacturing
• Software development
• Full project management

As part of VINCI Energies, a global leader with over 220,000 employees across 120 countries, we offer the stability of a global brand with the agility of a local business.

Join a team that values innovation, collaboration and continuous growth. If you’re a motivated finance professional and looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you!