Control Systems Engineer

Control Systems Engineer The Opportunity

Join a successful engineering team and work on the development of next‑generation machine tooling equipment. You will play a key role in the design and implementation of new control systems, collaborating with OEMs to ensure functionality, regulatory compliance and market readiness across the UK and EU.

• Design and develop electrical control systems for machine tools, including electrical drawings, technical documentation, SOPs and work instructions.
• Lead system optimisation activities, including control system tuning and performance enhancement.
• Lead testing and validation of control systems.
• Lead projects involving new machine installations, control system developments, upgrades and integration of optional machine features.
• Provide technical expertise to Quality, Production and Service teams for diagnosing and resolving electrical and control system issues.

• HNC, HND or degree in a STEM discipline.
• PLC programming, commissioning and troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical engineering drawings.
• Competence with electrical test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes and similar tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, engaging effectively with colleagues, customers, suppliers and OEM partners.
• Experience producing clear and concise technical reports and documentation.
• Experience working with CNC machine tools or industrial automation systems.
• Knowledge of UK and EU regulatory requirements related to machinery and control systems.

• Hours of Work: 07:45 – 17:00 Mon to Thurs, 08:30 – 12:30 Fri (39 hrs).
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Half day Friday.
• Company pension.
• Company health scheme.
• Company benefit scheme (gym, cinema discounts, etc.).
• Free parking.
• Electric vehicle discount scheme.
• Modern offices and production facilities in the countryside.