Controls Engineer
- Siemens
- PLC programming from scratch
- Siemens - Machines Manufacturer
- Saltash, UK
- Up to £50.000 + Benefits
We are working with an established Machines Manufacturing company based in Saltash, UK.
Due to continuing growth, they are seeking a Controls Engineer to join their team.
As a Control Engineer, you’ll play a key role in developing the software that controls, monitors, regulates and automates the next generation of composite manufacturing technology.
From creating software design concepts to supporting commissioning on‑site, this is a role that blends creativity, problem‑solving, and hands‑on engineering.
You will have Electronic and Electrical software development experience with Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) experience and/or Siemens TIA Portal Software experience preferable.
The role will be instrumental in designing automated machinery, equipment, and processes for the closed moulding composite process. The role will also provide technical assistance to other projects and clients globally.
You’ll work closely with colleagues, suppliers, and clients worldwide, contributing to projects that range from luxury marine components to aerospace innovation. No two days are the same; one moment you’ll be turning concepts into detailed designs, the next you could be supporting a client on the factory floor or helping refine a cutting‑edge process.
They’re not just building machines;
They’re pioneering processes that transformed the composites industry, including the Direct Infusion Process they developed in the early 2000s. Customers worldwide trust their solutions for precision, reliability, and innovation, but it’s the people who make it all possible.
- Designing electrical and control systems for composite moulding processes.
- Developing design concepts and producing drawings and specifications using appropriate software.
- Researching new solutions, technologies, and techniques to enhance our equipment and processes.
- Supporting the full project lifecycle, from feasibility studies and BOMs through to build, commissioning, and client handover.
- Providing training and technical support to client engineers and operators, both in the UK and internationally.
- Collaborating with colleagues on sales enquiries, quotations, and technical problem‑solving.
- Maintaining compliance with health and safety standards and ensuring accurate documentation throughout.
We’re looking for a motivated Control Systems Engineer who’s excited by solving problems, pushing boundaries, and delivering high‑quality work. You’ll thrive in this role if you’re curious, practical, and able to balance creative thinking with technical precision.
Skills & Experience- An engineering degree (or equivalent experience - at least 1 year in a relevant Control systems role).
- Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) experience and/ or Siemens TIA Portal Software experience preferable.
- Strong technical understanding with the ability to create accurate, innovative, and practical design solutions.
- Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical information clearly and build strong relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and clients.
- Organised and detail‑driven, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Confidence with Microsoft Office and databases.
- Takes ownership and pride in producing high‑quality work.
- A “completer-finisher” mindset, spotting details others might miss.
- Curious, questioning, and not afraid to challenge ideas constructively.
- Flexible and adaptable, equally comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
- Willingness to travel in the UK and internationally when required (passport and driving licence essential).
- Eager to keep…
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