A leading UK provider of multi-disciplinary engineering solutions, delivering complex projects safely and sustainably across sectors including energy, water, pharmaceuticals and industrial infrastructure. With a strong engineering heritage and a people-first culture, this expanding business is committed to developing its teams through structured training, apprenticeships and clear career progression, making it an excellent place to build a long-term career. Control Systems Engineers x 7 £40,000 - £55,000 + BUPA + Overtime + Car Allowance + Hybrid Working + CENG Support Derbyshire based. Ref: 23693 Controls Engineer - The Role: Work through the whole life cycle of the project from completing design documentation, developing control software, testing, commissioning and handover Interpret User Requirement Specification packages and reverse engineer existing control system software Produce functional design specifications, configure PLC and SCADA packages, conduct factory and site testing and site-based commissioning. Co-ordinate and develop junior staff as required Monitor and plan projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget Controls Engineer - The Person: Have a high regard for health and safety Be well organised and have good communication skills at all levels Be positive, approachable, willing and helpful Be a good team player Have experience in PLC software development using at least two manufacturers devices from Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Mitsubishi or Schneider Hold a full UK driving licence If you are an experienced Controls Engineer looking for a new challenge and have experience or interest in roles such as Automation Engineer, Systems Engineer, PLC Engineer, SCADA Engineer, or Electrical Controls Engineer, this role could be the perfect fit for you. Positions available for all levels of experience, Junior, Engineer, Senior and Team Leader. Lots of training and personal progression available. Support and assistance available to obtain degree and Chartered status. Hybrid working and car allowance available. For further information please contact Sharon Hill AE1
May 23, 2026
Full time
A leading UK provider of multi-disciplinary engineering solutions, delivering complex projects safely and sustainably across sectors including energy, water, pharmaceuticals and industrial infrastructure. With a strong engineering heritage and a people-first culture, this expanding business is committed to developing its teams through structured training, apprenticeships and clear career progression, making it an excellent place to build a long-term career. Control Systems Engineers x 7 £40,000 - £55,000 + BUPA + Overtime + Car Allowance + Hybrid Working + CENG Support Derbyshire based. Ref: 23693 Controls Engineer - The Role: Work through the whole life cycle of the project from completing design documentation, developing control software, testing, commissioning and handover Interpret User Requirement Specification packages and reverse engineer existing control system software Produce functional design specifications, configure PLC and SCADA packages, conduct factory and site testing and site-based commissioning. Co-ordinate and develop junior staff as required Monitor and plan projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget Controls Engineer - The Person: Have a high regard for health and safety Be well organised and have good communication skills at all levels Be positive, approachable, willing and helpful Be a good team player Have experience in PLC software development using at least two manufacturers devices from Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Mitsubishi or Schneider Hold a full UK driving licence If you are an experienced Controls Engineer looking for a new challenge and have experience or interest in roles such as Automation Engineer, Systems Engineer, PLC Engineer, SCADA Engineer, or Electrical Controls Engineer, this role could be the perfect fit for you. Positions available for all levels of experience, Junior, Engineer, Senior and Team Leader. Lots of training and personal progression available. Support and assistance available to obtain degree and Chartered status. Hybrid working and car allowance available. For further information please contact Sharon Hill AE1
Junior Software Engineer Industrial Controls / PLC Software - West Yorkshire £32k to £40k + 10% bonus + overtime (paid travel time) A West Yorkshire-based engineering business is looking to recruit a Junior Software Engineer with some PLC software skills to support ongoing project delivery and commissioning work across a range of automated machinery. Please note - this is not related to Computer Science/Python/Java/Cyber Security/React/Node etc. This Junior Software Engineer role is ideal for someone early in their career who wants to build a long-term future in PLC software, starting with hands-on commissioning and developing into a more programming-led position over time. The Junior Software Engineer will initially focus on understanding, modifying and improving existing PLC programs before progressing into more advanced software development work. The role: Junior Software Engineer will be working closely with an experienced team on existing control systems First 6 months heavily commissioning-focused, working between the office, the shop floor and travelling to site and getting to grips with machinery Modifying, tweaking and fault-finding on existing PLC code rather than writing from scratch initially Progression into more programming, design and software development longer term Regular interaction with customers during installation and commissioning phases Key experience: Junior Software Engineer with some PLC programming or commissioning experience Any experience with Mitsubishi or Omron PLCs would be ideal, but not essential Open to Siemens, Rockwell or other PLC backgrounds Electrical fault-finding or hands-on experience would be a big advantage Likely to have 1 4 years experience, but attitude and ability to learn are more important Practical, adaptable and comfortable working on-site Travel & working pattern: Based in West Yorkshire around 80% of the time Around 20% travel to customer sites in the UK and internationally Typical international trips last around two weeks Travel destinations include South Africa and the United States Overtime paid, including travel time Package: £32-40k salary 10% annual bonus Overtime paid for all additional hours including paid travel time Strong long-term progression into a more senior software engineering role This Junior Software Engineer position will suit someone who wants to build proper, hands-on experience in commissioning and PLC systems, with a clear route into more advanced software work once established.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Junior Software Engineer Industrial Controls / PLC Software - West Yorkshire £32k to £40k + 10% bonus + overtime (paid travel time) A West Yorkshire-based engineering business is looking to recruit a Junior Software Engineer with some PLC software skills to support ongoing project delivery and commissioning work across a range of automated machinery. Please note - this is not related to Computer Science/Python/Java/Cyber Security/React/Node etc. This Junior Software Engineer role is ideal for someone early in their career who wants to build a long-term future in PLC software, starting with hands-on commissioning and developing into a more programming-led position over time. The Junior Software Engineer will initially focus on understanding, modifying and improving existing PLC programs before progressing into more advanced software development work. The role: Junior Software Engineer will be working closely with an experienced team on existing control systems First 6 months heavily commissioning-focused, working between the office, the shop floor and travelling to site and getting to grips with machinery Modifying, tweaking and fault-finding on existing PLC code rather than writing from scratch initially Progression into more programming, design and software development longer term Regular interaction with customers during installation and commissioning phases Key experience: Junior Software Engineer with some PLC programming or commissioning experience Any experience with Mitsubishi or Omron PLCs would be ideal, but not essential Open to Siemens, Rockwell or other PLC backgrounds Electrical fault-finding or hands-on experience would be a big advantage Likely to have 1 4 years experience, but attitude and ability to learn are more important Practical, adaptable and comfortable working on-site Travel & working pattern: Based in West Yorkshire around 80% of the time Around 20% travel to customer sites in the UK and internationally Typical international trips last around two weeks Travel destinations include South Africa and the United States Overtime paid, including travel time Package: £32-40k salary 10% annual bonus Overtime paid for all additional hours including paid travel time Strong long-term progression into a more senior software engineering role This Junior Software Engineer position will suit someone who wants to build proper, hands-on experience in commissioning and PLC systems, with a clear route into more advanced software work once established.
Junior PLC / SCADA Software Engineer Staffordshire 1-2 years experience - Permanent - £35k + hybrid working + 30 days holiday + bonus scheme + private healthcare cover Samuel Frank is recruiting PLC / SCADA Software Engineer for a Staffordshire based specialist engineering business. The Software Engineer position will suit a graduate with 1-2 years commercial / relevant experience. You ll need to be a British passport holder (and not hold dual nationality) as you ll be put through security clearance. Please note - this role isn't related to Computer Science/Python/Java/Cyber Security/React/Node etc. Key aspects of the Junior PLC / SCADA Software Engineer position include; You ll learn how to write system requirements specifications and carry out analysis Software design and implementation Preparation of test plans Supporting the implementation and test of PLC / SCADA systems, preferably Siemens TIA Portal & WinCC (if you don't have Siemens experience, they're open to cross training someone to use Siemens PLCs) Technical software design documentation (full lifecycle) System safety experience is of interest Qualified to least 2:1 Degree level Ideally have some experience of working in highly regulated industries The management team encourages a sensible work-life balance which encourages everyone to leave the office by 4.30pm daily and have 30 days holiday per year, as well as the statutory Bank Holidays Role will initially be based from the Stafford office (3 days per week) and home (2 days per week) with occasional day trips to customer sites The successful PLC / SCADA Software Engineer will learn how to design and implement complex automation, safety and material tracking systems. You ll be involved in specification writing and system documentation using a breadth of problem-solving skills, which will include writing PLC programs or designing SCADA systems from scratch. The office is easily commutable from Stoke, Stafford, Cannock, Lichfield, Telford, Uttoxeter, Stone.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Junior PLC / SCADA Software Engineer Staffordshire 1-2 years experience - Permanent - £35k + hybrid working + 30 days holiday + bonus scheme + private healthcare cover Samuel Frank is recruiting PLC / SCADA Software Engineer for a Staffordshire based specialist engineering business. The Software Engineer position will suit a graduate with 1-2 years commercial / relevant experience. You ll need to be a British passport holder (and not hold dual nationality) as you ll be put through security clearance. Please note - this role isn't related to Computer Science/Python/Java/Cyber Security/React/Node etc. Key aspects of the Junior PLC / SCADA Software Engineer position include; You ll learn how to write system requirements specifications and carry out analysis Software design and implementation Preparation of test plans Supporting the implementation and test of PLC / SCADA systems, preferably Siemens TIA Portal & WinCC (if you don't have Siemens experience, they're open to cross training someone to use Siemens PLCs) Technical software design documentation (full lifecycle) System safety experience is of interest Qualified to least 2:1 Degree level Ideally have some experience of working in highly regulated industries The management team encourages a sensible work-life balance which encourages everyone to leave the office by 4.30pm daily and have 30 days holiday per year, as well as the statutory Bank Holidays Role will initially be based from the Stafford office (3 days per week) and home (2 days per week) with occasional day trips to customer sites The successful PLC / SCADA Software Engineer will learn how to design and implement complex automation, safety and material tracking systems. You ll be involved in specification writing and system documentation using a breadth of problem-solving skills, which will include writing PLC programs or designing SCADA systems from scratch. The office is easily commutable from Stoke, Stafford, Cannock, Lichfield, Telford, Uttoxeter, Stone.
Control Systems Engineer Location: West Midlands Salary: Competitive Salary DOE Full-Time or Part-Time Permanent Control Systems Engineer Siemens TIA Portal PLC Programming Automatio n My client is a growing industrial automation and control systems business looking to appoint a Control Systems Enginee r as part of a major growth phase within the company. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of industrial automation projects involving Siemens PLCs, HMIs, drives and control systems across manufacturing and industrial environments. The business is open to speaking with: Early career Controls Engineers Junior Automation Engineers Mid-level Controls Engineers Experienced Senior Control Systems Engineers Full-time and part-time applications are both welcomed. The Role As a Control Systems Engineer, you will be involved in: PLC programming and software development Siemens HMI design and configuration Siemens drive/VFD configuration Control system testing and fault finding Automation project delivery Commissioning and customer support activities Supporting industrial automation and control system projects from concept through to completion This role will involve a mixture of office-based engineering work alongside occasional customer site visits. Key Skills & Experience Essential: Previous experience within a Control Systems Engineer, Controls Engineer, PLC Engineer or Automation Engineer role Siemens PLC programming experience Experience using Siemens TIA Portal Experience with: Ladder Logic Structured Text Function Block Design (FBD) Experience with industrial automation systems Fault finding and troubleshooting experience Highly Desirable: Siemens ET200SP experience Siemens S7-1200 / S7-1500 experience Siemens Unified Comfort HMI experience Siemens G120C drive experience Commissioning experience Industrial instrumentation exposure SCADA experience JAVA exposure Technologies Used Siemens ET200SP Safety PLCs Siemens S7-1200 / S7-1500 Siemens Unified Comfort HMIs Siemens G120C drives Siemens TIA Portal V19+ Exposure to additional automation products would also be beneficial, including: Allen Bradley Schneider Electric Eurotherm Wago Weidm ller What's On Offer? Opportunity to join a growing automation business Varied automation and controls projects Flexible working options Long-term progression opportunities Opportunity to grow alongside the business Smaller engineering team with real technical influence Stable pipeline of upcoming projects and investment This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within industrial automation whilst working in a technically focused and growing engineering environment.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Control Systems Engineer Location: West Midlands Salary: Competitive Salary DOE Full-Time or Part-Time Permanent Control Systems Engineer Siemens TIA Portal PLC Programming Automatio n My client is a growing industrial automation and control systems business looking to appoint a Control Systems Enginee r as part of a major growth phase within the company. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of industrial automation projects involving Siemens PLCs, HMIs, drives and control systems across manufacturing and industrial environments. The business is open to speaking with: Early career Controls Engineers Junior Automation Engineers Mid-level Controls Engineers Experienced Senior Control Systems Engineers Full-time and part-time applications are both welcomed. The Role As a Control Systems Engineer, you will be involved in: PLC programming and software development Siemens HMI design and configuration Siemens drive/VFD configuration Control system testing and fault finding Automation project delivery Commissioning and customer support activities Supporting industrial automation and control system projects from concept through to completion This role will involve a mixture of office-based engineering work alongside occasional customer site visits. Key Skills & Experience Essential: Previous experience within a Control Systems Engineer, Controls Engineer, PLC Engineer or Automation Engineer role Siemens PLC programming experience Experience using Siemens TIA Portal Experience with: Ladder Logic Structured Text Function Block Design (FBD) Experience with industrial automation systems Fault finding and troubleshooting experience Highly Desirable: Siemens ET200SP experience Siemens S7-1200 / S7-1500 experience Siemens Unified Comfort HMI experience Siemens G120C drive experience Commissioning experience Industrial instrumentation exposure SCADA experience JAVA exposure Technologies Used Siemens ET200SP Safety PLCs Siemens S7-1200 / S7-1500 Siemens Unified Comfort HMIs Siemens G120C drives Siemens TIA Portal V19+ Exposure to additional automation products would also be beneficial, including: Allen Bradley Schneider Electric Eurotherm Wago Weidm ller What's On Offer? Opportunity to join a growing automation business Varied automation and controls projects Flexible working options Long-term progression opportunities Opportunity to grow alongside the business Smaller engineering team with real technical influence Stable pipeline of upcoming projects and investment This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within industrial automation whilst working in a technically focused and growing engineering environment.
Job Role: Senior Controls & Commissioning Engineer Location: Leicestershire Shift: Mon - Fri / Days Salary: £55k -£60k Job Role Responsibilities: My client is seeking a Senior Controls and Commissioning Engineer with proven experience in automated tooling and machinery systems to lead the delivery, integration, and commissioning of control systems across high-performance automation platforms. The role involves full lifecycle engineering from design, programming, and simulation through on-site commissioning, testing, and handover for various. Lead the design, development, and commissioning of control systems Develop and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA software for automation projects (Siemens, Rockwell, or equivalent). Perform detailed I/O checks, safety validation, and functional testing of automation cells. Create and maintain technical documentation, including functional design specifications (FDS), I/O lists, and commissioning checklists. Supervise on-site commissioning activities including FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) and SAT (Site Acceptance Test). Interface with customers, project managers, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure on-time, in-budget delivery. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and contractors. The Candidate: Minimum 5 years of experience in automation controls and commissioning engineering Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell, Omron ) Experience with industrial robotics/ automations integration. In-depth understanding of machine safety systems and functional safety design . Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex systems under time constraints. Apply: To apply for this position, please send your CV to or call myself on
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Job Role: Senior Controls & Commissioning Engineer Location: Leicestershire Shift: Mon - Fri / Days Salary: £55k -£60k Job Role Responsibilities: My client is seeking a Senior Controls and Commissioning Engineer with proven experience in automated tooling and machinery systems to lead the delivery, integration, and commissioning of control systems across high-performance automation platforms. The role involves full lifecycle engineering from design, programming, and simulation through on-site commissioning, testing, and handover for various. Lead the design, development, and commissioning of control systems Develop and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA software for automation projects (Siemens, Rockwell, or equivalent). Perform detailed I/O checks, safety validation, and functional testing of automation cells. Create and maintain technical documentation, including functional design specifications (FDS), I/O lists, and commissioning checklists. Supervise on-site commissioning activities including FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) and SAT (Site Acceptance Test). Interface with customers, project managers, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure on-time, in-budget delivery. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and contractors. The Candidate: Minimum 5 years of experience in automation controls and commissioning engineering Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell, Omron ) Experience with industrial robotics/ automations integration. In-depth understanding of machine safety systems and functional safety design . Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex systems under time constraints. Apply: To apply for this position, please send your CV to or call myself on
