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Lead Control Systems Engineer in Glasgow

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Lead Control Systems Engineer | Glasgow (Hybrid) 3 Days per week on-site | £Neg (Enquire for details)



MERITUS are working with a leading engineering and systems integration organisation based in Glasgow. They're looking for a Lead Control Systems Software Engineer to take a key role in delivering complex, high-impact projects.



As a Lead Control Systems Software Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the design, development and implementation of industrial control system software, with a strong focus on PLC-based systems within energy environments. You will provide technical leadership across multiple projects, ensuring the successful delivery of solutions that support the safe, efficient and reliable operation of energy assets.



Working across the full project lifecycle, you will be involved from initial concept and system design through to commissioning and client handover, supporting both new build and upgrade programmes across power and energy infrastructure.



Main Responsibilities:



Lead the design and development of control system software solutions, primarily using Siemens PLC platforms

Oversee full project lifecycle delivery, including requirements capture, design, coding, testing, and commissioning

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers within project teams

Interface with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes and technical alignment

Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and on-site commissioning activities



Required Skills / Experience:



Strong experience in the design and programming of Siemens PLCs (e.g. TIA Portal, S7, PCS7)

Proven background delivering PLC/SCADA/DCS control systems within industrial environments

Experience working across full project lifecycles in control systems engineering

Strong knowledge of IEC 61131 programming (e.g. Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text)

Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead teams and engage with clients



Benefits:



£Neg (Enquire for details)

28 days holiday + bank holidays

6.5% pension matched

Private medical insurance

Remote / hybrid working options



Got your attention?



If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS Talent

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Lead Control Systems Engineer in Glasgow

Glasgow, UK
Full time

Published on 04/07/2026

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