Control Systems Engineer

Role: Control Systems Engineer Location: Glascoed, Pontypool (Hybrid Working)Contract: 6–12 Months, 37 Hours per Week Hourly Rate: £33 PAYE or £44.40 Umbrella (Inside IR35)Client: BAE Systems Clearance Level: BPSS + SC + ITAR  About the Role We are seeking a skilled Control Systems Engineer to join BAE Systems, supporting the development and commissioning of advanced manufacturing processes. You will act as a subject matter expert for defining control system requirements on new machinery and ensuring robust, safe, and compliant technical solutions. Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement new manufacturing processes from concept through to commissioning and qualification.
• Define and manage technical requirements for PLC and control systems.
• Implement and validate Safety Integrity Level (SIL) assignments to new machinery.
• Conduct and document Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) in relation to SIL.
• Contribute to FMEA, PFMEA, DFMEA and RCM studies supporting SIL activities.
• Specify, test, and qualify new equipment in line with safety and regulatory standards.
• Modify PLC/HMI/SCADA programs and commission newly installed control systems.
• Provide technical expertise during tendering and project delivery phases.

  Knowledge & Experience:

• Proven experience with PLC systems (ideally TIA and Simatic Manager).
• Strong knowledge of Safety Integrity Levels (SIL) and associated standards.
• Minimum HNC/HND in Electrical, Electronic, Systems Engineering, or equivalent (Essential).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with suppliers and stakeholders to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

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