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Controls Engineer

Job in Poole, Dorset County, BH15, England, UK
Listing for: Zest
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-04-17
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 50000 GBP Yearly GBP 50000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

Position:
Controls Engineer

Location:

Poole (Commutable from Bournemouth, Christchurch, Wimborne and surrounding areas)

Salary: £50,000 + Bonus (up to 5%)

Shift: Monday - Friday

Are you an experienced Controls Engineer looking to join a business that's investing in automation, innovation, and long-term growth? We're looking to speak with engineers who are looking to join a rapidly growing manufacturer that is putting its Engineering team first! You will join an experienced controls/automation team that are at the forefront of the engineering department- with an exciting expansion project you will bring technical knowledge to a wide range of new manufacturing machinery!

Responsibilities
  • Providing electrical, control, and automation support across maintenance, projects, and commissioning
  • Responding to faults and minimising downtime through effective problem solving
  • Maintaining and improving PLC, HMI, SCADA, and instrumentation systems
  • Supporting control system upgrades and site-wide improvement projects
  • Driving a proactive approach to maintenance and system reliability
  • Ensuring engineering records, asset history, and maintenance systems are kept up to date
Qualifications
  • Degree/HND in Electrical Engineering, Control & Instrumentation or similar
  • Strong EC&I background with proven industry experience
  • Experience with PLCs, control systems, and automation
  • Strong fault-finding and analytical skills
  • FMCG or manufacturing experience (desirable)
  • Health & safety focused mindset
Salary & Benefits
  • Bonus scheme (up to 5%)
  • Pension (up to 10% employer contribution)
  • Health cash plan & retail discounts
  • Buy holiday scheme
  • Career development and progression opportunities
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free parking
  • And more!
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