Senior Control Systems Engineer

About The Role

As a Senior Control Systems Engineer, you’ll be developing and maintaining control systems that ensure the efficiency, safety and quality of production processes. You’ll play a key role in automating processes, troubleshooting system issues and enhancing operational performance across our production facilities.

• Design & Implement Control Systems:
  Develop, program and optimize control systems to automate production lines, including PLCs, SCADA systems and HMIs.
• Process Automation:
  Implement solutions for process control to increase productivity and reduce downtime in production facilities.
• API Integrations:
  Integrate various applications within the Control systems, providing remote monitoring and data exchange between control systems and higher-level business or monitoring systems to improve overall system efficiency.
• Troubleshoot & Resolve Issues:
  Quickly diagnose and resolve control system issues to ensure smooth operation of equipment and machinery.
• Collaborate with Production Teams:
  Work closely with engineering, production and maintenance teams to identify opportunities for system improvements and ensure seamless integration of control systems.
• Compliance & Safety:
  Ensure all control systems comply with industry standards, safety regulations and quality assurance processes.
• Documentation:
  Maintain detailed records of control systems, programming changes and troubleshooting procedures for future reference and compliance audits.

• Experience:
  
  Minimum 5 years of experience in control systems engineering, preferably in the food and beverage, manufacturing, automation or automotive industries.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  • Proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens or Allen Bradley etc.), SCADA and HMI systems.
  • Experience with process control and automated systems for production lines.
  • Familiarity with PID tuning for production lines.
  • Knowledge of industry-specific regulations (HACCP, GMP, etc.) and food safety standards.
  • Knowledge of instrumentation and process equipment.
  • Knowledge of Java, Python, C++ and VB scripting.
  • Familiarity with Flow Charts, CAD Drawings and Image Processing (Canty Cameras).
• Problem‑Solving:
  Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement solutions quickly.
• Communication:
  Ability to effectively communicate with cross‑functional teams, including operations, maintenance and quality assurance.
• Commissioning:
  Experience with UK sites commissioning (which will involve time away from home).

• Project Variety:
  • Robotics
  • Materials handling
  • Conveying
  • Packaging
  • Warehouse automation
  • Automotive
  • Food and pharmaceutical process control
• Impactful Work:
  Contribute to creating safe, efficient and high‑quality food and beverage products that millions of people enjoy daily.
• Innovative Environment:
  Work on advanced automation and control systems in a fast‑paced, evolving industry.
• Professional Development:
  Training, certifications and opportunities for career growth.
• Great Benefits: 25 Days Holidays, Bank Holidays, Flexi Time, Company Pension, International Travel, Progression Opportunities and Bespoke Training.
• Access to Gaming Zone:
  Gym, Snooker, Foosball.

If you’re passionate about control systems and want to make an impact in the food and beverage industry, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to join our dynamic team.