Senior Control Systems Engineer

Nelson Permanent Placements are seeking an experienced Senior Control Systems Engineer to join a growing engineering team based in Birmingham. This role offers the opportunity to design, develop and deliver robust automation and control solutions across a range of industrial sectors, working on full lifecycle projects from initial concept through to commissioning.

To be considered for this role as a Senior Control Systems Engineer you will be:

• An experienced automation engineer with strong PLC, HMI and SCADA expertise
• Comfortable working directly with clients and internal stakeholders
• Able to manage projects from concept through to commissioning
• A collaborative team player with strong problem-solving skills

Key Responsibilities of a Senior Control Systems Engineer:

• Liaising with clients to understand requirements and produce costed technical proposals
• Designing, developing and programming PLC, HMI and SCADA systems from scratch
• Delivering automation projects to agreed budgets, timescales and specifications
• Working within a multi-disciplinary engineering team on turnkey solutions
• Developing software for process safety and industrial automation systems
• Producing all required technical documentation for hardware and software
• Providing on-site technical support and commissioning services
• Working across sectors including food, beverage, chemical, marine and materials handling

Requirements of a Senior Control Systems Engineer:

• Extensive experience in control systems engineering
• Strong knowledge of industrial automation principles
• Proven experience with Rockwell Automation / Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs
• Solid understanding of HMI and SCADA platforms
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong analytical ability and a methodical approach to problem solving

Benefits of a Senior Control Systems Engineer:

• Competitive salary
• 3 days in the office, 2 WFH
• Competitive holiday allowance and celebration days
• Healthcare cash plan and 24/7 GP helpline
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee referral bonus
• Company events, awards and long-service recognition
• Free workwear

How to Apply:

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd. The services of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.