Senior Control Systems Engineer
Nelson Permanent Placements are seeking an experienced Senior Control Systems Engineer to join a growing engineering team based in Birmingham. This role offers the opportunity to design, develop and deliver robust automation and control solutions across a range of industrial sectors, working on full lifecycle projects from initial concept through to commissioning.
To be considered for this role as a Control Systems Engineer you will be:
- An experienced automation engineer with strong PLC, HMI and SCADA expertise
- Comfortable working directly with clients and internal stakeholders
- Able to manage projects from concept through to commissioning
- A collaborative team player with strong problem-solving skills
Key Responsibilities of a Control Systems Engineer:
- Liaising with clients to understand requirements and produce costed technical proposals
- Designing, developing and programming PLC, HMI and SCADA systems from scratch
- Delivering automation projects to agreed budgets, timescales and specifications
- Working within a multi-disciplinary engineering team on turnkey solutions
- Developing software for process safety and industrial automation systems
- Producing all required technical documentation for hardware and software
- Providing on-site technical support and commissioning services
- Working across sectors including food, beverage, chemical, marine and materials handling
Requirements of a Control Systems Engineer:
- Extensive experience in control systems engineering
- Strong knowledge of industrial automation principles
- Proven experience with Rockwell Automation / Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs
- Solid understanding of HMI and SCADA platforms
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Strong analytical ability and a methodical approach to problem solving
Benefits of a Control Systems Engineer:
- Competative salary
- Competitive holiday allowance and celebration days
- Healthcare cash plan and 24/7 GP helpline
- Employee assistance programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee referral bonus
- Company events, awards and long-service recognition
- Free workwear
How to Apply:
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd. The services of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.
Please be advised that our client can only accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom.
Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.