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