Controls Engineer
£35,000 – £55,000 + Bonus, Pension, Private Medical, Additional Benefits
Cheshire. Ref: 25662
Want to work on high-value scientific and research equipment where PLCs, electronics and software come together?
Working on high-precision equipment used across a range areas, this is a varied, hands-on role combining PLC systems, HMI development, electronics, testing and technical support.
Controls Engineer – The Role:
- Develop and maintain PLC control systems for bespoke scientific equipment
- Develop PC-based software and touchscreen HMI applications
- Programme using Ladder Logic, Structured Text, VB.NET and C#
- Design and implement hardware and software interlocks to ensure safe system operation
- Carry out fault finding and diagnose complex electrical, electronic and software issues
- Support FAT and SAT activities both in-house and at customer sites
- Provide technical support for system upgrades, future developments and existing products
- Produce and maintain accurate technical documentation and engineering records
- Work closely with engineering and technical teams on new product development
- Identify opportunities to improve equipment, processes and engineering workflows
- Support customer handover, installation and technical queries where required
- Travel to UK and overseas customer sites, typically up to 10%
Controls Engineer – What We’re Looking For:
- Experience working with PLC-based control systems
- Strong practical and theoretical understanding of electronics and electrical interfaces
- Experience with Ladder Logic and/or Structured Text
- Experience developing graphical user interfaces / HMI applications
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities across hardware and software
- Experience working with bespoke automation, scientific equipment or complex machinery
- Structured and methodical approach to testing, validation and documentation
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams
- Self-motivated, organised and able to manage competing priorities
- Full UK driving licence and passport, with willingness to travel internationally
- Experience supporting installation and commissioning of specialist equipment
Controls Engineer – Why Join?
- Work on high-value scientific and engineering systems used in cutting-edge research
- Develop your skills across PLCs, software, electronics and HMI technology
- Varied role combining development, testing, fault finding and customer support
- Flexitime and early finish on Fridays
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday day off
- Matched 5% employee/company pension
- Private healthcare benefits and life assurance
- Performance-related bonus
- E-learning and ongoing development opportunities
- Opportunity to contribute directly to future product development and innovation
- Based in Cheshire, this role is commutable from Manchester, Warrington, Macclesfield, Wilmslow, Stockport and surrounding areas.
If you’re an experienced Controls or Software Engineer looking for a varied role combining PLC programming, HMI, electronics, testing and specialist scientific equipment, this could be an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a technically advanced engineering environment.
For further information call John Anderson on: (phone number removed) or (phone number removed). Email: AE1
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