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Contract

Systems and Control Engineer

Winsearch
Nechells
money-bag £38000 - £49000/annum
Posted: 21 October 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 20 November 2026
Ref: 225748567

Systems and Controls Engineer

£38,000–£49,000 DOE | Birmingham | 6-month contract

Join a multidisciplinary engineering team delivering automation, test and electro-hydraulic solutions from concept to commissioning.

The role

We’re seeking a hands-on engineer to develop, test and commission LabVIEW, PLC and electro-hydraulic control systems in a manufacturing and product-development environment.

What you’ll be doing
  • Design, program and commission LabVIEW, PLC, embedded and machine-control solutions.
  • Develop electro-hydraulic systems and specify sensors, valves, controllers, PLCs and HMIs.
  • Create schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, test plans and technical documentation.
  • Test systems, diagnose faults, analyse data and implement corrective actions.
  • Support prototypes, production and continuous improvements in performance, reliability and manufacturability.
What you’ll need
  • Degree, HND/HNC or equivalent in controls, electrical/electronic engineering, mechatronics or automation.
  • Controls, automation or systems-engineering experience in engineering or manufacturing.
  • Experience with PLC, embedded or machine-control systems.
  • Knowledge of hydraulic or electro-hydraulic systems and control hardware.
  • Strong schematic-reading, fault-finding, problem-solving and communication skills.
Desirable experience

LabVIEW, HMI, embedded C/C++, hydraulic simulation, servo controls, instrumentation or heavy-engineering experience would be advantageous.

Apply now

Apply today with your CV and relevant controls, automation or electro-hydraulic experience.

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