Controls System Engineer in Birmingham
Job Description
A global friction welding manufacturer is looking for a Control Systems Engineer to join their team based in the Birmingham area\n \nThe ideal candidate will be a hard-working and adaptable Engineer with a strong design background. Operating at the Birmingham site, you will be responsible for the design and technical support of industrial control panels and more\nThis is a fantastic opportunity with a multi- welding company who supply to some the biggest names in the world\n \nRole: Control Systems Engineer\nOffice Location: Birmingham\nSalary: £55,000 - £60,000\n \nThe key responsibilities of the Control Systems Engineer role will be:\n\nDesign, develop, and implement software for industrial control systems within automation, robotics, and machinery environments.\nProgram PLCs, HMIs, and real-time motion control systems for both hydraulic and electric drive applications.\nIntegrate systems across multiple devices and communication protocols (e.g. industrial Ethernet networks).\nProduce comprehensive technical documentation, including specifications, design details, and test procedures.\nSupport commissioning activities at customer sites, including occasional international travel and short-notice assignments.\nContribute to the full software lifecycle, including requirements definition, design, testing, and deployment.\nAssist with additional tasks as required to support overall project delivery and team objectives.\nThe key requirements of the Control Systems Engineer will be:\n\nStrong experience with industrial PLC and HMI programming platforms (e.g.
Siemens, Allen-Bradley or similar).\nExperience integrating motion control and drive systems.\nFamiliarity with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, or similar.\nKnowledge of IEC 61131-based programming.\nExperience with additional programming (e.g. C++, C#, JavaScript) is advantageous.\nExposure to real-time or embedded control systems is desirable.\nAbility to produce clear, structured technical documentation across the software lifecycle.\n\nPlease apply online or contact (url removed) for a confidential conversation\n\nExecutive Network Group, encompassing Technical Network, Network HR, HSE Network & Procurement People, sourcing mid to senior level management for automotive, aerospace, engineering and manufacturing industrial sectors, with a portfolio of services including executive search, advertising, MRO for permanent and interim contract recruitment services