System Engineer

Job Opportunity: Controls Engineer
Location - Gateshead
Salary - £45,670-£53,670
Full-time, Permanent

About Our Client
Join a well-established and growing engineering and manufacturing organisation specialising in power distribution and control systems for industrial, commercial, and infrastructure applications. This is your chance to be a part of something impactful!

The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate Controls Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will work across the full project lifecycle, from initial design to testing and commissioning. You'll be instrumental in delivering robust and reliable control solutions while collaborating closely with design, production, and site teams on a variety of technically engaging projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems for power and distribution applications
• Program and develop PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems
• Configure and integrate control equipment, including PLCs and HMIs
• Produce and review technical documentation such as I/O schedules and control philosophies
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts
• Support system integration using industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP)
• Conduct testing activities and support commissioning as required
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues throughout design, build, and installation stages
• Collaborate with internal departments for successful project delivery
• Provide technical support to internal teams and clients

Key Requirements

• HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Control Systems, or Automation Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in a Controls / PLC / Automation engineering role
• Strong electrical knowledge in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with at least one major PLC platform (e.g. Siemen, Rockwell, Schneider)
• Experience developing HMI or SCADA systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP)
• Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach
• Good communication skills and teamwork capability

Desirable

• Experience in power, energy, or distribution systems
• Exposure to generator control, load shedding, or monitoring systems
• Familiarity with control and protection equipment
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar
• 18th Edition qualification
• Previous site commissioning experience

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including private healthcare
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Apply Now!
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and tackle technically challenging projects within a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you! Join us and be part of an exciting future!

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