Control Systems Engineer

Company: Meridian Business Support
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Location: Farnborough
Job Description:

Control Systems Engineer

The Opportunity

Join a successful engineering team and work on the development of next‑generation machine tooling equipment. You will play a key role in the design and implementation of new control systems, collaborating with OEMs to ensure functionality, regulatory compliance and market readiness across the UK and EU.

Job Responsibilities

  • Design and develop electrical control systems for machine tools, including electrical drawings, technical documentation, SOPs and work instructions.
  • Lead system optimisation activities, including control system tuning and performance enhancement.
  • Lead testing and validation of control systems.
  • Lead projects involving new machine installations, control system developments, upgrades and integration of optional machine features.
  • Provide technical expertise to Quality, Production and Service teams for diagnosing and resolving electrical and control system issues.

Preferred Skills

  • HNC, HND or degree in a STEM discipline.
  • PLC programming, commissioning and troubleshooting experience.
  • Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical engineering drawings.
  • Competence with electrical test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes and similar tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, engaging effectively with colleagues, customers, suppliers and OEM partners.
  • Experience producing clear and concise technical reports and documentation.
  • Experience working with CNC machine tools or industrial automation systems.
  • Knowledge of UK and EU regulatory requirements related to machinery and control systems.

Benefits and Hours of Work

  • Hours of Work: 07:45 – 17:00 Mon to Thurs, 08:30 – 12:30 Fri (39 hrs).
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Half day Friday.
  • Company pension.
  • Company health scheme.
  • Company benefit scheme (gym, cinema discounts, etc.).
  • Free parking.
  • Electric vehicle discount scheme.
  • Modern offices and production facilities in the countryside.

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Posted: September 14th, 2026