Senior Control Systems Engineer

Nelson Permanent Placements

Nelson Permanent Placements are seeking an experienced Senior Control Systems Engineer to join a growing engineering team based in Birmingham. This role offers the opportunity to design, develop and deliver robust automation and control solutions across a range of industrial sectors, working on full lifecycle projects from initial concept through to commissioning.

To be considered for this role as a Senior Control Systems Engineer you will be:

  • An experienced automation engineer with strong PLC, HMI and SCADA expertise
  • Comfortable working directly with clients and internal stakeholders
  • Able to manage projects from concept through to commissioning
  • A collaborative team player with strong problem-solving skills

Key Responsibilities of a Senior Control Systems Engineer:

  • Liaising with clients to understand requirements and produce costed technical proposals
  • Designing, developing and programming PLC, HMI and SCADA systems from scratch
  • Delivering automation projects to agreed budgets, timescales and specifications
  • Working within a multi-disciplinary engineering team on turnkey solutions
  • Developing software for process safety and industrial automation systems
  • Producing all required technical documentation for hardware and software
  • Providing on-site technical support and commissioning services
  • Working across sectors including food, beverage, chemical, marine and materials handling

Requirements of a Senior Control Systems Engineer:

  • Extensive experience in control systems engineering
  • Strong knowledge of industrial automation principles
  • Proven experience with Rockwell Automation / Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs
  • Solid understanding of HMI and SCADA platforms
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Strong analytical ability and a methodical approach to problem solving

Benefits of a Senior Control Systems Engineer:

  • Competitive salary
  • 3 days in the office, 2 WFH
  • Competitive holiday allowance and celebration days
  • Healthcare cash plan and 24/7 GP helpline
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee referral bonus
  • Company events, awards and long-service recognition
  • Free workwear

How to Apply:

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd. The services of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.

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