Senior Control Systems Engineer

Senior Control Systems Engineer
Location - Staffordshire

Are you experienced in PLC and SCADA systems across the full project lifecycle?
Do you enjoy working on complex projects within energy and renewables?
Looking for a role where you can develop both technically and professionally?

What's in it for you:
Strong basic salary
28 days holiday + bank holidays
Hybrid working (2 days from home) with flexible hours
Ongoing training and development
6.5% pension
Life assurance (4x salary)
Private healthcare

What will you be doing?
Designing, developing and implementing PLC and SCADA/DCS systems
Working across the full project lifecycle, from concept through to delivery
Producing design and test documentation (FDS, DDS, test specifications)
Carrying out factory acceptance testing (FAT) with internal teams and clients
Modifying and upgrading existing systems, as well as supporting new builds
Reviewing and checking technical work produced by others
Supporting and mentoring less experienced engineers

Where you'll be doing it:
You'll be joining a well-established engineering business working on control and automation projects across energy, renewables, water and manufacturing sectors. Projects are often within highly regulated environments, focused on improving performance and efficiency at scale.

What you'll need:
Experience with PLC platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell or Schneider
Strong SCADA configuration experience (e.g. WinCC, PCS7, Zenon or similar)
Ability to write software to IEC61131 standards (ladder, FBD, ST, SFC)
Experience producing technical specifications and project documentation
Understanding of full project lifecycle and QA processes
Strong problem-solving skills and a structured approach
Willingness to travel when required
Full UK driving licence

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