4,509 Control Systems Engineers jobs in the United Kingdom

We’re representing a fast-growing, independently owned automation and control systems integrator delivering cutting-edge solutions across sectors including manufacturing, energy, and utilities. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Control Systems Engineer to join their engineering team and play a key role in delivering high-quality PLC/SCADA projects from design to commissioning.

Control Systems Engineers

£40K – £50K DOE + Pension + Healthcare Scheme

Staffordshire

Ref: 23827

Controls Engineer - The Role:

• Design and configure PLC and HMI/SCADA software for industrial automation systems
• Produce supporting documentation (FDS, FAT/SAT) for control systems
• Assist with full life cycle project delivery including on-site testing and commissioning
• Work collaboratively with senior engineers, subcontractors, and clients
• Travel to customer sites across the UK (~20%) 

Controls Engineer - The Person:

• Hands-on experience in PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell, Mitsubishi, or Schneider) 
• Familiarity with HMI or SCADA platforms (e.g. WinCC, FactoryTalk, AVEVAInTouch) 
• Understanding of project documentation and structured design
• Full UK driving licence
•  Engineering qualifications (HNC/HND or above) 

Benefits: 

• Excellent training and mentoring
• Healthcare scheme and life assurance
• Clear career progression pathway
• Support for attaining Chartered status

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business who can offer you a clear career path, on-going professional training, a collaborative working environment and the chance to improve your technical skills. They also actively support Engineers seeking Chartered status.

Located in Staffordshire, this role would be commutable from Derby, Loughborough Lichfield, Burton on Trent, Stafford and surrounding areas.

For further information call Sarah Clarke

AE1

• Design and develop robust industrial control system solutions, including PLC logic, HMI screens, and SCADA configurations.
• Implement and commission control systems on-site at client facilities, ensuring seamless integration with existing infrastructure.
• Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of control system hardware and software issues.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation of control systems to verify functionality and performance against specifications.
• Collaborate with project managers, mechanical engineers, and other stakeholders to define system requirements and project timelines.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive system documentation, including design specifications, programming code, and operating manuals.
• Provide technical support and training to clients and internal teams on the operation and maintenance of control systems.
• Stay current with advancements in industrial automation technology, recommending improvements and upgrades as necessary.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant safety standards and regulations.

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience in designing, programming, and troubleshooting PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi).
• Strong skills in HMI/SCADA software development (e.g., WinCC, FactoryTalk View, Ignition).
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP).
• Experience with motor control, variable speed drives, and instrumentation.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a methodical approach to troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and P&IDs.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required across **Glasgow, Scotland, UK** and surrounding areas.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

 We're looking for motivated individuals to join our clients team as Control Systems Engineers in the control systems industry.if you’re eager to learn and committed to delivering high-quality work, we want to hear from you.

Controls Systems Engineer Requirements

You’ll be involved in a range of hands-on commissioning tasks at various project sites in the UK. Responsibilities may include:

• p>Verifying correct installation of equipment before testing begins

• Conducting system testing according to established commissioning plans

• Running PLC data input/output tests and checking correct communication with field devices

• Setting up and configuring field devices

• Performing on-site acceptance testing and troubleshooting PLC code or wiring issues

• Supporting client testing processes

• Creating clear, accurate documentation including risk assessments, test reports, and progress updates

What We're Looking For:

We understand not everyone will tick every box, and that's okay. We value attitude, potential, and willingness to learn just as much as experience.

We’re looking for candidates who:

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Are qualified to HND level or above in electrical or control engineering (or have equivalent practical experience)

• Hold a valid UK driving licence 

• Hold a UK Pssport due to airport security clearance 

• Have no criminal convictions, due to airport security clearance requirements

• Are flexible about travelling across the UK and working away from home when required

• Are open to working varied shifts, including days and nights depending on project needs

Working Pattern

This role typically offers a balanced mix of both day and night shifts—approximately 50/50 overall. However, shift patterns may vary depending on the needs of each project. While some assignments may be entirely during the day, others may require night work only. The 50/50 split is a general guideline, and actual shift allocation will be based on project-specific requirements at the time.

Why Join The Company?

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Training & mentoring provided: We support professional growth and will help you build your skills in any areas you're less familiar with.

• Diverse career stages welcomed: Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, we have multiple roles and levels available.

• Be part of a collaborative team: You'll work alongside experienced engineers in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Package

Basic Salary up to £60,000 + Overtime

Company performance related bonus

33 days holiday + 2 additional days every 5 years

Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Benefit

A role for an experienced Control Software Engineer created by a company that established their business on quality work- and now they're expanding it. Contact Mark Burnard for more information.

My client has a wide range of Factory Automation PLC HMI SCADA projects and a growing control software team. 2026 will see more opportunities for upskilling and factory automation schemes for leading UK customers.

If you are an experienced PLC Control Systems Engineer, or have worked in control systems integration, with a range of Siemens or Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation PLC programming skills, can work permanently in the UK, we'd like to hear from you. 

Please send a copy of your CV to Mark Burnard of Hartland Recruitment ASAP for more details.

Hartland Recruitment - a technical recruitment company specialising in finding Engineers for the UK Automation, Process Control Systems and Machinery Manufacturers since 1990. Looking for your next job in Electrical, Mechanical Design, Service Commissioning Engineering, or PLC HMI SCADA control? Want to be treated like a human being rather than a number on a database? Send me your CV.

Control Software Engineer – Central Southern England

Want to work for a company with big resources, but still feel like individuals matter? Then this is a company you’ll enjoy being part of. Work/ life balance, interesting range of work, chances to upskill, whatever your level of experience. And a good range of care benefits to back up your salary too.

I’m looking for 2 extra Control Software Engineers to join this PLC SCADA systems company, producing good quality automation and process control systems. PLC programming, SCADA configuration, design, followed by commissioning on Southern England sites. Negotiable salary, Hybrid working patterns, Sensible hours in a good friendly team, and not weeks away from home.

If you are an experienced PLC programmer looking for a better life, send a copy of your CV to Mark Burnard of Hartland Recruitment ASAP for more details.

Hartland Recruitment - a technical recruitment company specialising in finding Engineers for the UK Automation, Process Control Systems and Machinery Manufacturers since 1990. Looking for your next job in Electrical, Mechanical Design, Service Commissioning Engineering, or PLC HMI SCADA control? Want to be treated like a human being rather than a number on a database? Send me your CV.

Design / PLC programming for various Automation control systems projects -- materials handling, conveyor systems, sortation conveyor, warehouse automation projects.

Midlands Remote / Hybrid Location: Working from home and the office and commissioning on UK only sites. Living in the Midlands of England from Oxfordshire, Birmingham, across to Cambridgeshire, northwards to South Yorkshire and southwards to Hertfordshire -- central England all OK.

Designing factory automation and warehouse automation systems used by leading UK blue chip customers, this award-winning company is set to grow, and needs to add to its Automation Design team. Ideally, your experience would include most of the following:

- Siemens S7 PLC programming, so Step 7 TIA Portal software

- Some Rockwell Automation PLC programming (Allen Bradley) would be useful

- AutoCAD familiarity would be good

- Conveyor systems project experience or materials handling, warehouse control systems, storage retrieval projects always a useful background here-- robotic handling or factory automation.

Interested? Then send a copy of your CV to Mark Burnard at Hartland Recruitment ASAP.

Hartland Recruitment - finding Engineers for UK Automation, Control Systems and Machinery manufacturers since 1990.

Control Systems Engineer
Burton on Trent

45k-65k depending on experience

I'm currently partnered with a systems integrator who are leading automation specialists in the UK. They are currently hiring for Controls Engineers to join their office in Burton-on-Trent.

Responsibilities:

• Writing software from scratch for PLC programmes using Siemens, Rockwell, Mitsubishi, or Schneider software.
• Control system software design and implementation
• Producing cutting edge solutions for process control systems clients in the food & beverage, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and utilities sectors.
• Industrial ethernet network design and testing
• On site installation, testing and process commissioning.
• Real time control system design and commissioning
• Control System Software design and testing
• Electrical Control Panels and commissioning

Desired skillset:

• Rockwell ControlLogix
• Siemens TIA Portal
• Rockwell HMI (FTView ME & SE)
• AVEVA System Platform
• Schneider ClearSCADA
• PLC Software - Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider
• HMI/SCADA systems :- Rockwell FTView ME and SE
• AVEVA InTouch and System Platform
• Schneider ClearSCADA
• GE iFIX
• Siemens WinCC