Test Engineer £35-45k + Pension Essex. Ref: 25427 Are you an experienced Test Engineer looking for a varied role where your expertise genuinely makes a difference? We are supporting a specialist engineering business delivering power management and control systems for some of the world's most demanding applications, including marine and defence sectors. Following a period of investment, they have a newly created Test Engineer role to become a key part of the engineering team. As the company continues to grow, there is now a clear need for a dedicated specialist to take ownership of testing activities and support both production and engineering teams. Test Engineer - The Role: Reporting into the Production Manager, you will be responsible for testing, fault-finding and validating electronic and electrical control systems used in highly specialised applications. The role combines production testing, returned equipment investigation and software functionality testing, requiring a methodical engineer who enjoys solving technical problems. Testing embedded software using a black-box functional testing approach Developing and executing test procedures based on functional specifications Testing and inspecting electronic and electrical products prior to dispatch Diagnosing and repairing customer-returned equipment, including legacy and obsolete systems Fault-finding on analogue and digital electronic systems Maintaining and configuring test equipment and test environments Completing production and quality documentation Providing feedback to engineering teams to support product improvements Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the business Test Engineer - The Person: We are looking for a self-motivated and detail-focused Test Engineer who enjoys investigating faults and working through technical challenges methodically. Ideally 3 years' experience in a Test Engineer position Experience testing electronic and electrical products Strong fault-finding skills on analogue and digital systems Experience of black-box testing methodologies The ability to work independently and manage your own workload If you are a Test Engineer seeking a technically varied role within a specialist engineering business where your contribution will be highly valued, we would like to hear from you. You will join a close-knit engineering business where individuals are trusted to make decisions, contribute to ideas and take ownership of work. Located in Essex, this role would be commutable from Chelmsford, Colchester, Ipswich, Manningtree, Witham, Braintree, Harwich and Sudbury. Looking for a job involved with automation, control systems, process control or systems integration? Register your details on our website where you will find a full list of live positions where a customised automated search process allows immediate access to new vacancies as they are registered. Free, confidential service. For further information please contact Sarah Clarke.
Jun 26, 2026
Full time
Test Engineer £35-45k + Pension Essex. Ref: 25427 Are you an experienced Test Engineer looking for a varied role where your expertise genuinely makes a difference? We are supporting a specialist engineering business delivering power management and control systems for some of the world's most demanding applications, including marine and defence sectors. Following a period of investment, they have a newly created Test Engineer role to become a key part of the engineering team. As the company continues to grow, there is now a clear need for a dedicated specialist to take ownership of testing activities and support both production and engineering teams. Test Engineer - The Role: Reporting into the Production Manager, you will be responsible for testing, fault-finding and validating electronic and electrical control systems used in highly specialised applications. The role combines production testing, returned equipment investigation and software functionality testing, requiring a methodical engineer who enjoys solving technical problems. Testing embedded software using a black-box functional testing approach Developing and executing test procedures based on functional specifications Testing and inspecting electronic and electrical products prior to dispatch Diagnosing and repairing customer-returned equipment, including legacy and obsolete systems Fault-finding on analogue and digital electronic systems Maintaining and configuring test equipment and test environments Completing production and quality documentation Providing feedback to engineering teams to support product improvements Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the business Test Engineer - The Person: We are looking for a self-motivated and detail-focused Test Engineer who enjoys investigating faults and working through technical challenges methodically. Ideally 3 years' experience in a Test Engineer position Experience testing electronic and electrical products Strong fault-finding skills on analogue and digital systems Experience of black-box testing methodologies The ability to work independently and manage your own workload If you are a Test Engineer seeking a technically varied role within a specialist engineering business where your contribution will be highly valued, we would like to hear from you. You will join a close-knit engineering business where individuals are trusted to make decisions, contribute to ideas and take ownership of work. Located in Essex, this role would be commutable from Chelmsford, Colchester, Ipswich, Manningtree, Witham, Braintree, Harwich and Sudbury. Looking for a job involved with automation, control systems, process control or systems integration? Register your details on our website where you will find a full list of live positions where a customised automated search process allows immediate access to new vacancies as they are registered. Free, confidential service. For further information please contact Sarah Clarke.
Controls & Automation Engineer (Rockwell) £50-60k + Pension + Healthcare Excellent Training & Development Compressed hours - Work Alternate Fridays Gloucestershire. Ref: 25489 Are you a Controls Engineer who enjoys seeing projects through from concept to commissioning, who enjoys the opportunity to get paid to travel internationally? This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised manufacturer of specialist automated machinery, working on bespoke equipment supplied to leading manufacturers around the world. You'll be part of a small, highly skilled engineering team responsible for developing PLC, HMI and motion control systems for both new machine builds and existing equipment upgrades. You'll have genuine involvement across the full project life cycle from programming and testing through to customer commissioning and support. The role also offers the chance to travel internationally, commissioning machinery at customer sites and solving real-world engineering challenges. Expect around 4-5 trips per year, typically lasting 2-3 weeks. Travel mainly to North & South America. Controls Engineer - The Role: Programming PLC, HMI and motion control systems for automated machinery Developing control solutions from scratch as well as modifying existing applications Supporting machine testing and commissioning activities Working with technologies including Rockwell Logix, Siemens control systems and safety PLCs Assisting with customer installations and fault resolution at sites across the globe Collaborating closely with mechanical, electrical and service engineering teams Controls Engineer - The Person: Experience programming PLC and HMI systems - Rockwell is preferred, Siemens considered Motion control experience Background within automation, special purpose machinery, manufacturing, robotics or related industries Ability to troubleshoot and solve complex engineering issues Willingness to travel internationally several times per year This is an excellent opportunity to join a business investing heavily in growth, technology and engineering capability, where your work will directly influence projects delivered to major international customers. Located in Gloucestershire, this role would be commutable from Cheltenham, Gloucester, Tewkesbury, Stroud, Stonehouse, Dursley, Worcester, Malvern, Evesham, Ledbury, Cirencester, Chepstow and Swindon. Looking for a job involved with automation, control systems, process control or systems integration? Register your details on our website where you will find a full list of live positions where a customised automated search process allows immediate access to new vacancies as they are registered. Free, confidential service. For further information please contact Sarah Clarke.
Jun 26, 2026
Full time
Controls & Automation Engineer (Rockwell) £50-60k + Pension + Healthcare Excellent Training & Development Compressed hours - Work Alternate Fridays Gloucestershire. Ref: 25489 Are you a Controls Engineer who enjoys seeing projects through from concept to commissioning, who enjoys the opportunity to get paid to travel internationally? This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised manufacturer of specialist automated machinery, working on bespoke equipment supplied to leading manufacturers around the world. You'll be part of a small, highly skilled engineering team responsible for developing PLC, HMI and motion control systems for both new machine builds and existing equipment upgrades. You'll have genuine involvement across the full project life cycle from programming and testing through to customer commissioning and support. The role also offers the chance to travel internationally, commissioning machinery at customer sites and solving real-world engineering challenges. Expect around 4-5 trips per year, typically lasting 2-3 weeks. Travel mainly to North & South America. Controls Engineer - The Role: Programming PLC, HMI and motion control systems for automated machinery Developing control solutions from scratch as well as modifying existing applications Supporting machine testing and commissioning activities Working with technologies including Rockwell Logix, Siemens control systems and safety PLCs Assisting with customer installations and fault resolution at sites across the globe Collaborating closely with mechanical, electrical and service engineering teams Controls Engineer - The Person: Experience programming PLC and HMI systems - Rockwell is preferred, Siemens considered Motion control experience Background within automation, special purpose machinery, manufacturing, robotics or related industries Ability to troubleshoot and solve complex engineering issues Willingness to travel internationally several times per year This is an excellent opportunity to join a business investing heavily in growth, technology and engineering capability, where your work will directly influence projects delivered to major international customers. Located in Gloucestershire, this role would be commutable from Cheltenham, Gloucester, Tewkesbury, Stroud, Stonehouse, Dursley, Worcester, Malvern, Evesham, Ledbury, Cirencester, Chepstow and Swindon. Looking for a job involved with automation, control systems, process control or systems integration? Register your details on our website where you will find a full list of live positions where a customised automated search process allows immediate access to new vacancies as they are registered. Free, confidential service. For further information please contact Sarah Clarke.
Lead Control Systems Engineer £50-65k + 15% Bonus, c15% o/t Pension, Health, Hybrid Working Cambridgeshire. Ref: 25516 Our client is a highly respected automation and systems integration specialist delivering complex control and automation solutions across a diverse range of industrial sectors. Known for technical excellence and innovation, they provide engineers with genuine ownership of projects, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and the opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive engineering team. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Lead Control Systems Engineer to play a key role in the delivery of automation projects from concept through to commissioning. Lead Control Systems Engineer - The Role: This is primarily a technical engineering position, with approximately 80% of your time focused on the design, development and implementation of control systems, and 20% dedicated to project leadership, customer engagement and mentoring junior engineers. You will take technical ownership of projects, ensuring solutions are delivered to the highest standards whilst acting as the lead engineer throughout the project lifecycle. Key responsibilities include: Leading the design and development of PLC, HMI and SCADA control systems Programming and configuring control systems using Siemens TIA Portal and/or Rockwell Automation platforms Developing SCADA applications, ideally using Wonderware InTouch, System Platform or similar packages Producing functional design specifications (FDS), software design specifications and technical documentation Supporting electrical design activities and integration with control systems hardware Managing the technical delivery of projects from concept through FAT, SAT and commissioning, including acting as the primary technical point of contact for customers throughout project execution Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior and intermediate engineers Carrying out site commissioning, testing and customer acceptance activities Lead Control Systems Engineer - The Person: We are looking for an experienced controls engineer who enjoys remaining technically hands-on whilst taking ownership of project delivery and supporting the development of others. You will ideally possess: HNC, HND or Degree qualification in Electrical, Electronic, Automation or Control Engineering Proven experience designing and developing PLC, HMI and SCADA systems within an industrial automation environment Strong programming capability with Siemens TIA Portal and/or Rockwell Automation platforms Experience leading projects or acting as senior/lead engineer on automation projects Good understanding of industrial electrical systems including 24VDC, 230VAC and 415VAC control panels Strong customer-facing and communication skills The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement An excellent opportunity to combine hands-on control systems design with technical leadership. You'll take ownership of projects, support junior engineers and work on a varied portfolio of automation projects across multiple industries. Located in Cambridgeshire, this role would be commutable from Stamford, Peterborough, St Neots, Cambridge, Ely, Kettering, Wellingborough, Northampton and Grantham. Looking for a job involved with automation, control systems, process control or systems integration? Register your details on our website where you will find a full list of live positions where a customised automated search process allows immediate access to new vacancies as they are registered. Free, confidential service. For further information please contact Sarah Clarke.
Jun 26, 2026
Full time
Lead Control Systems Engineer £50-65k + 15% Bonus, c15% o/t Pension, Health, Hybrid Working Cambridgeshire. Ref: 25516 Our client is a highly respected automation and systems integration specialist delivering complex control and automation solutions across a diverse range of industrial sectors. Known for technical excellence and innovation, they provide engineers with genuine ownership of projects, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and the opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive engineering team. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Lead Control Systems Engineer to play a key role in the delivery of automation projects from concept through to commissioning. Lead Control Systems Engineer - The Role: This is primarily a technical engineering position, with approximately 80% of your time focused on the design, development and implementation of control systems, and 20% dedicated to project leadership, customer engagement and mentoring junior engineers. You will take technical ownership of projects, ensuring solutions are delivered to the highest standards whilst acting as the lead engineer throughout the project lifecycle. Key responsibilities include: Leading the design and development of PLC, HMI and SCADA control systems Programming and configuring control systems using Siemens TIA Portal and/or Rockwell Automation platforms Developing SCADA applications, ideally using Wonderware InTouch, System Platform or similar packages Producing functional design specifications (FDS), software design specifications and technical documentation Supporting electrical design activities and integration with control systems hardware Managing the technical delivery of projects from concept through FAT, SAT and commissioning, including acting as the primary technical point of contact for customers throughout project execution Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior and intermediate engineers Carrying out site commissioning, testing and customer acceptance activities Lead Control Systems Engineer - The Person: We are looking for an experienced controls engineer who enjoys remaining technically hands-on whilst taking ownership of project delivery and supporting the development of others. You will ideally possess: HNC, HND or Degree qualification in Electrical, Electronic, Automation or Control Engineering Proven experience designing and developing PLC, HMI and SCADA systems within an industrial automation environment Strong programming capability with Siemens TIA Portal and/or Rockwell Automation platforms Experience leading projects or acting as senior/lead engineer on automation projects Good understanding of industrial electrical systems including 24VDC, 230VAC and 415VAC control panels Strong customer-facing and communication skills The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement An excellent opportunity to combine hands-on control systems design with technical leadership. You'll take ownership of projects, support junior engineers and work on a varied portfolio of automation projects across multiple industries. Located in Cambridgeshire, this role would be commutable from Stamford, Peterborough, St Neots, Cambridge, Ely, Kettering, Wellingborough, Northampton and Grantham. Looking for a job involved with automation, control systems, process control or systems integration? Register your details on our website where you will find a full list of live positions where a customised automated search process allows immediate access to new vacancies as they are registered. Free, confidential service. For further information please contact Sarah Clarke.
Control Systems Engineer Research & Development To £70k + Competitive Salary, Benefits Cheshire. Ref: 25443 This is an exciting opportunity for a Control Systems Engineer to join an innovative engineering business focused on bespoke packaging automation. The role combines PLC, HMI, motion control and safety software development with hands-on commissioning, fault-finding and new technology development. This role offers excellent technical variety, customer interaction and involvement across the full machinery development life cycle. Control Systems Engineer - The Role: Developing PLC, HMI, motion control and safety software Create control system software for bespoke packaging machinery projects. Take ownership from initial design specification through coding, testing, commissioning and customer training. Collaborating with customers, suppliers and engineering teams Work closely with mechanical design, service and external partners to achieve project objectives. Investigating and developing new technologies Contribute to R&D activities and evaluate new equipment and control technologies. Fault-finding and upgrading existing machinery Support machine installations and commissioning activities in the UK and overseas. Control Systems Engineer - Requirements: We're keen to hear from Controls Engineers and Automation Engineers with strong software and machine control experience. Strong PLC software development skills for machine control applications. Multi-axis servo motion control Experience configuring and developing servo and motion control systems. HMI software development Design and implementation of operator interfaces for automated machinery. Functional safety and machine regulations Knowledge of safety systems, regulations and standards associated with industrial machinery. Project delivery and customer interaction Ability to work collaboratively and support projects from concept to commissioning. Desirable Experience Mitsubishi Control Systems IoT technologies, HTML, databases and high-level programming Cyber security awareness TCP/IP, Modbus and OPC UA communication protocols Project Management experience Knowledge of CE, UL, Machinery Directive and ISO/EN (phone number removed) Food or packaging industry experience Why Join? One of the leading manufacturers of packaging machines in the UK. join a dedicated R&D team where you will have genuine influence over new product development. Work with cutting edge technologies including PLC, motion control, robotics, machine vision and advanced automation systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, software, electrical and product development. Modern engineering environment with significant investment in research, development and continuous innovation. This role is located in Cheshire with good rail connections. Travelling by car, areas can include Stockport, Cheadle, Holmes Chapel and Altrincham. For further information please contact Sharon Hill.
Jun 26, 2026
Full time
Control Systems Engineer Research & Development To £70k + Competitive Salary, Benefits Cheshire. Ref: 25443 This is an exciting opportunity for a Control Systems Engineer to join an innovative engineering business focused on bespoke packaging automation. The role combines PLC, HMI, motion control and safety software development with hands-on commissioning, fault-finding and new technology development. This role offers excellent technical variety, customer interaction and involvement across the full machinery development life cycle. Control Systems Engineer - The Role: Developing PLC, HMI, motion control and safety software Create control system software for bespoke packaging machinery projects. Take ownership from initial design specification through coding, testing, commissioning and customer training. Collaborating with customers, suppliers and engineering teams Work closely with mechanical design, service and external partners to achieve project objectives. Investigating and developing new technologies Contribute to R&D activities and evaluate new equipment and control technologies. Fault-finding and upgrading existing machinery Support machine installations and commissioning activities in the UK and overseas. Control Systems Engineer - Requirements: We're keen to hear from Controls Engineers and Automation Engineers with strong software and machine control experience. Strong PLC software development skills for machine control applications. Multi-axis servo motion control Experience configuring and developing servo and motion control systems. HMI software development Design and implementation of operator interfaces for automated machinery. Functional safety and machine regulations Knowledge of safety systems, regulations and standards associated with industrial machinery. Project delivery and customer interaction Ability to work collaboratively and support projects from concept to commissioning. Desirable Experience Mitsubishi Control Systems IoT technologies, HTML, databases and high-level programming Cyber security awareness TCP/IP, Modbus and OPC UA communication protocols Project Management experience Knowledge of CE, UL, Machinery Directive and ISO/EN (phone number removed) Food or packaging industry experience Why Join? One of the leading manufacturers of packaging machines in the UK. join a dedicated R&D team where you will have genuine influence over new product development. Work with cutting edge technologies including PLC, motion control, robotics, machine vision and advanced automation systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, software, electrical and product development. Modern engineering environment with significant investment in research, development and continuous innovation. This role is located in Cheshire with good rail connections. Travelling by car, areas can include Stockport, Cheadle, Holmes Chapel and Altrincham. For further information please contact Sharon Hill.
Controls & Automation Engineer - Site Based DCS & Instrumentation €55-85k + 9% Bonus, Pension, Career Development Flexible Working, Option for Hybrid South West Ireland Ref: 25526 Excellent opportunity for a Controls & Automation Engineer with DCS experience to join a leading global manufacturing business, supporting production, process improvement and capital projects within a modern industrial facility, without being buried in documentation. Working as part of a dedicated site engineering team, you'll have the opportunity to influence process performance, support new product introductions and contribute to the ongoing development of automation systems that are critical to site operations. Controls & Automation Engineer The Role: Working across both established manufacturing and new product introductions, you'll be involved in everything from troubleshooting instrumentation and control systems through to commissioning new equipment and supporting automation projects. The role is approximately 90% hands-on engineering, including: Fault finding and debugging instrumentation, control systems and plant equipment Commissioning new and modified process and utility equipment Supporting new product introductions and process improvements Programming and modifying recipes within the DCS Supporting automation change controls and commissioning activities Working closely with production, maintenance and project teams to keep the site running efficiently Managing automation and control projects through specification, implementation, qualification and commissioning Creating, reviewing and approving commissioning documentation and change controls Maintaining site automation systems to ensure compliance, reliability and minimal downtime Reviewing and approving electrical drawings, control documentation and P&IDs Participating in process safety reviews, HAZOP studies, risk assessments and root cause investigations Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations Providing on-call support and responding to site call-outs when required Controls & Automation Engineer What We're Looking For: We're keen to speak with engineers who have: 3+ years' experience within industrial automation or process controls A degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Instrumentation or similar Experience with a DCS platform (DeltaV experience is advantageous but not essential) Strong instrumentation and fault-finding skills Experience within process manufacturing such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food, beverage or similar Experience designing, configuring, programming and commissioning control systems Understanding of electrical and instrumentation drawings, control schematics and P&IDs Knowledge of process safety systems, ATEX regulations, HAZOP studies and risk assessments Previous experience within pharmaceutical, chemical, process manufacturing or other regulated industries Experience supporting capital projects, commissioning activities and continuous improvement programmes Why Join? Competitive salary with 9% annual bonus Flexible approach to on-call and work-life balance Private healthcare (family cover available) Permanent full-time position offering long-term career stability Opportunity to work on varied automation, process improvement and capital projects Hybrid working (typically 1 2 days per week after onboarding) Interested? If you're looking for a role where you can combine automation expertise, project delivery and process improvement within a technically advanced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. This role would suit candidates with experience as an Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, DCS Engineer, Process Control Engineer, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Systems Engineer or Industrial Automation Engineer. For further information please contact Sarah Clarke.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Controls & Automation Engineer - Site Based DCS & Instrumentation €55-85k + 9% Bonus, Pension, Career Development Flexible Working, Option for Hybrid South West Ireland Ref: 25526 Excellent opportunity for a Controls & Automation Engineer with DCS experience to join a leading global manufacturing business, supporting production, process improvement and capital projects within a modern industrial facility, without being buried in documentation. Working as part of a dedicated site engineering team, you'll have the opportunity to influence process performance, support new product introductions and contribute to the ongoing development of automation systems that are critical to site operations. Controls & Automation Engineer The Role: Working across both established manufacturing and new product introductions, you'll be involved in everything from troubleshooting instrumentation and control systems through to commissioning new equipment and supporting automation projects. The role is approximately 90% hands-on engineering, including: Fault finding and debugging instrumentation, control systems and plant equipment Commissioning new and modified process and utility equipment Supporting new product introductions and process improvements Programming and modifying recipes within the DCS Supporting automation change controls and commissioning activities Working closely with production, maintenance and project teams to keep the site running efficiently Managing automation and control projects through specification, implementation, qualification and commissioning Creating, reviewing and approving commissioning documentation and change controls Maintaining site automation systems to ensure compliance, reliability and minimal downtime Reviewing and approving electrical drawings, control documentation and P&IDs Participating in process safety reviews, HAZOP studies, risk assessments and root cause investigations Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations Providing on-call support and responding to site call-outs when required Controls & Automation Engineer What We're Looking For: We're keen to speak with engineers who have: 3+ years' experience within industrial automation or process controls A degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Instrumentation or similar Experience with a DCS platform (DeltaV experience is advantageous but not essential) Strong instrumentation and fault-finding skills Experience within process manufacturing such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food, beverage or similar Experience designing, configuring, programming and commissioning control systems Understanding of electrical and instrumentation drawings, control schematics and P&IDs Knowledge of process safety systems, ATEX regulations, HAZOP studies and risk assessments Previous experience within pharmaceutical, chemical, process manufacturing or other regulated industries Experience supporting capital projects, commissioning activities and continuous improvement programmes Why Join? Competitive salary with 9% annual bonus Flexible approach to on-call and work-life balance Private healthcare (family cover available) Permanent full-time position offering long-term career stability Opportunity to work on varied automation, process improvement and capital projects Hybrid working (typically 1 2 days per week after onboarding) Interested? If you're looking for a role where you can combine automation expertise, project delivery and process improvement within a technically advanced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. This role would suit candidates with experience as an Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, DCS Engineer, Process Control Engineer, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Systems Engineer or Industrial Automation Engineer. For further information please contact Sarah Clarke.
