Control Systems Engineer

PLC Control Engineer - Automation & Control Systems

We are a global provider of automation and control solutions supporting manufacturing sites across multiple industries. As part of our transition from legacy PLC-based systems to a next-generation control platform, we are expanding our engineering team.

The Role
We're seeking a PLC Control Engineer to support existing PLC systems and help deliver and commission our next-generation control solution. You'll be involved in the full project lifecycle, including design, configuration, PLC programming, and on-site commissioning. The role is hybrid between two UK sites with opportunities for travel and hands-on experience with experienced engineers in a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain and enhance legacy PLC software

  • Configure and commission next-generation control systems

  • PLC programming using in-house SCADA tools

  • Gather technical requirements and support customers

  • On-site commissioning (UK and occasional overseas)

  • Out-of-hours support as required (post-probation)

Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience with Allen Bradley PLC programming

  • Experience with Siemens (TIA Portal / Simatic Manager) or Mitsubishi PLCs

  • Good understanding of SCADA systems

  • Comfortable working in Windows Server / PC environments

  • Desirable: electrical engineering background, C/C++/C#, SQL Server experience

About You

  • 5+ years' experience in a PLC engineering role within a manufacturing environment

  • Comfortable working on-site and engaging with customers

  • Full UK driving licence

  • Office-based role across two UK locations

Benefits

  • Competitive salary (starting from 40,000) plus overtime & bonus

  • 6% pension contribution

  • 22-25 days annual leave

  • Salary sacrifice schemes (e.g., bike/car)

  • Supportive, high-performance engineering team

Job Details

Company
Vantage Consulting
Location
Congleton, Cheshire, United Kingdom CW12
Hybrid / Remote Options
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
GBP 40,000 - 60,000 Annual
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