Control Systems Engineer

  • Automation Experts Ltd
  • Breadsall, Derbyshire
  • Apr 17, 2026
Full time Telecommunications

Job Description

An established and growing manufacturer of specialist packaging machinery is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to support continued growth following recent project wins.

This is a varied role combining new machine development, upgrades to existing equipment, and customer support, working on highly bespoke automated systems within a regulated industry.

Control Systems Engineer

£45-55k + Enhanced Travel Rates, TOIL, Pension, DIS x2

Derbyshire

Ref: 23550

Control Systems Engineer - The Role:

  • Design and development of control systems for new machinery
  • PLC & HMI programming (Rockwell essential)
  • Support and upgrade of existing / legacy machines (including Mitsubishi)
  • Development of functional and software design specifications
  • Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
  • Remote and occasional on-site technical support for customers - UK & international c20%
  • Collaboration with internal engineering and production teams
  • Supporting continuous improvement of machines and control systems

Control Systems Engineer - The Person:

  • Minimum 3 years experience of control systems engineering
  • Strong Rockwell PLC experience (essential)
  • Background of packaging machinery or special purpose machinery
  • Experience with PLC / HMI programming
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and work to deadlines
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Willingness and ability to travel internationally when required

Additional experience with motion / servo control systems and exposure to Mitsubishi PLC highly beneficial.

Located in Derbyshire, this role would be commutable from Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Loughborough, Coalville, Long Eaton, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Castle Donnington, Burton upin Trent, Swadlincote and Market Harborough.

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For further information please contact Sarah Clarke.

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