Control System Engineer

  • WR Engineering
  • City, Birmingham
  • Jan 11, 2026
Full time Telecommunications

Job Description

Job Title: Control Systems Engineer

Location: Birmingham
Salary: Competitive
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:
We are seeking a talented Control Systems Engineer to join our client's engineering team. In this role, you will design, develop, and deliver industrial automation solutions across a variety of projects. You will be involved in the full project lifecycle, from concept and design through to commissioning and ongoing support.

Key Responsibilities for Control System Engineer:

  • Design and develop PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for new and existing processes

  • Produce control philosophies, functional design specifications (FDS), and cause & effect documents

  • Develop PLC programs using Siemens, Rockwell, or Schneider platforms

  • Design and configure HMI/SCADA systems (WinCC, FactoryTalk, Ignition, Wonderware)

  • Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)

  • Commission control systems on-site and support start-up activities

  • Diagnose and resolve control system faults and performance issues

  • Provide ongoing technical support to operations and maintenance teams

Skills & Experience:

  • Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Control Systems, or a related field

  • Experience in PLC/SCADA programming (Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider)

  • Experience commissioning systems in industrial environments

  • Knowledge of motion control, drives, and servo systems

  • Familiarity with process industries such as manufacturing, utilities, oil & gas, or pharma

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary with performance bonuses

  • Pension scheme

  • Opportunities for career progression

  • Company discounts and wellness programs

WR Engineering are the recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide.

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