Controls Systems Engineer

Controls Systems Engineer
Peterlee (Site based)
12 Month Contract 
36.5 Hours a week Monday – Friday 
Up to £28.35p/h PAYE plus holiday and pension contribution OR up to £47p/h Umbrella

The Controls Systems Engineer is responsible for supporting manufacturing controls systems, ensuring robust performance of production equipment through software support, diagnostics, machine tuning, and validation activities within a fast-paced factory environment.

What the Controls Systems Engineer do:
•    Deliver controls and software support for manufacturing operations
•    Diagnose and resolve equipment control system issues to minimise downtime
•    Support commissioning, testing, and tuning of production machinery
•    Develop a clear understanding of production procedures, analyse them, and drive continuous improvement
•    Execute software updates, fault finding, and system optimisation
•    Support validation and performance verification activities
•    Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing and maintenance teams
•    Maintain accurate documentation of changes, testing, and issue resolution

What the Controls Systems Engineer Will Need:
•    Degree in Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline
•    Experience in industrial control systems and automation
•    Knowledge of embedded control systems
•    Demonstrated capability in fault diagnosis and root cause analysis

To apply, please submit a copy of your up to date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.

The above represents a summary of the contract assignment.  A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates.