img
Permanent

Controls Engineer

Nicholas Associates
Castle Donington
money-bag £55000 - £65000/annum DOE
Posted: 13 May 2026 (1 week ago)
Closing date: 12 June 2026
Ref: 225104969

The basics:

Job Title: Controls Engineer / Automation Engineer

Salary: up to -65,000 DOE

Environment: Automation and Bespoke machine building

Location: Castle Donington

Hours: Flex - Monday to Thursday (8hrs) start time between 7.00am and 8.30am and Fridays (6hrs) start time between 7.00am and 8.30am (38hr week)

Holidays and Benefits: 33 days, pension 4% by employer, death in service x2 salary

Overview:

We now require an additional Controls Engineer to join the team. Working in modern purpose-built manufacturing facilities for a company that manufacture bespoke automated machinery.

You will be working in a first-class engineering environment that have processes such as machining, fabrication and a number of outsourced processes also.

Key responsibilities of the Controls Engineer role:

  • Design & Program: Develop PLC, HMI, and SCADA programs for automation systems.
  • Troubleshoot & Optimize: Analyse control systems to identify issues and implement improvements.
  • Collaborate: Work with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of control systems.
  • Provide detailed documentation both during and upon project completion to other engineering departments and for the end user, such as FDS''s, FAT''s, User Manuals etc.

The ideal candidate / Controls Engineer may have some of the following experiences, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:

  • HNC/Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field (preferred)
  • Experience in PLC / HMI Programming - Rockwell/Allen Bradley/Mitsubishi.
  • Previous experience working as a Controls / Automation Engineer in a automation and machine build/machine design environment or similar.
  • Experience using software such as Studio 5000, Factory Talk View, GX Works 2, GT Designer 3 & Machine edition.

Commutable from:

Castle Donington, Derby, Loughborough, Leicester, Burton Upon Trent, Ashby and surrounding areas.

If you are interested in the Controls Engineer role, please apply immediately due to the urgency of this role.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we''re happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Other jobs of interest...

Owen Daniels
DerbyshireYesterday
money-bag£40000 - £60000/annum
ATA Recruitment
Leicester1 week ago
money-bag£45000 - £55000/annum 25 days holiday
ATA Recruitment
Leicester1 week ago
money-bag£55,000
Michael Page
Belper1 week ago
money-bagNegotiable

Perform a fresh search...

  • Create your ideal job search criteria by
    completing our quick and simple form and
    receive daily job alerts tailored to you!

Jobs. Straight to your inbox!