Control Systems Engineer
Job Title: Control Systems Engineer
Location: Cheltenham-based, UK & international travel
Salary: Up to £55,000 DOE
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: Monday to Thursday – 08:00 to 17:00, Friday – 08:00 to 14:00
What’s in it For You?:
Up to £55,000 per year
Spot bonuses for outstanding contributions
Company pension scheme
29 days incl bank holidays, rising with service
Private health insurance (for employee, partner, and children)
Cycle to work scheme
Career progression opportunities
Supportive, dynamic work environmentAre you an experienced Control Systems Engineer looking for a diverse, hands-on role in a collaborative, close-knit engineering team? Our client, a leading designer and manufacturer of bespoke control systems and turnkey automation solutions, is seeking a driven and versatile engineer to join their growing organisation.
This is a unique opportunity to work across the full lifecycle of high-end automation projects, from initial concept and programming through to on-site commissioning and post-installation support. While primarily based in the UK, the role will involve occasional global travel.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, program and commission bespoke control systems
Develop PLC, HMI/SCADA, and industrial network solutions
Work closely with internal panel builders and design engineers
Lead on-site installation, commissioning, fault-finding and servicing
Take ownership of customer projects from design through to delivery
Mentor junior team members and support their development
Deliver all work to exceptional standards, on time and within scopeIdeal Candidate Profile:
Proven experience with industrial control systems
Strong PLC programming skills (Allen Bradley and/or Siemens essential)
Knowledge of industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, ProfiNET)
Excellent problem-solving ability and attention to detail
Self-motivated, hands-on and adaptable with a proactive mindset
Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Full UK driving licence (maximum 3 points)
No criminal convictions that will stop you travelling abroad
Willingness to travel approx. 50% of the time (mostly UK with some overseas projects)
Exposure to EPLAN, robotics or automation within plastics/packaging industries (not essential)
Previous international project experience (not essential)Interested? Please click ‘apply