Control System Engineer

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Recruitment Specialist - Control & Automation Technology

Are you a hands‑on Controls Engineer who loves bringing complex machines to life? Join a well‑established UK engineering business leading the design and delivery of special‑purpose automation systems used across cutting‑edge manufacturing industries worldwide.

This is your chance to work on innovative, bespoke projects – from concept to commissioning – alongside a talented, multidisciplinary engineering team. No two projects are the same, and your work will have a real, tangible impact on how global manufacturers operate.

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Controls Engineer - The Role

• Design and implementation of PLC control systems for bespoke machinery
• Programming and integration of machine I/O, sensors, actuators, and motion control systems
• Beckhoff PLC programming and hardware integration
• HMI development and user interface configuration
• Machine control systems support during build, test, and commissioning phases
• Work closely with software, mechanical, and electrical teams to ensure seamless system integration
• Travelling internationally to support installations and commissioning – see your designs in action around the world!

Controls Engineer - The Person

• Proven experience working with Beckhoff control systems (hardware and software)
• Background in control system design for special‑purpose machinery
• Strong understanding of industrial automation, safety systems, and I/O architectures
• Experience with machine‑level programming and commissioning
• Logical and methodical approach to fault‑finding and testing
• Full UK working rights and valid passport
• Experience with motion control and vision systems
• Ability to manage time and priorities across multiple projects
• Self‑motivated, flexible, and solution‑focused
• Capable of clearly documenting control logic and configurations

You’ll join a forward‑thinking company that values innovation, quality, and teamwork. Based in modern Leicestershire facilities, you’ll enjoy variety, challenge, and the excitement of seeing your work come to life in global installations – all while developing your technical expertise and career.

If you’re passionate about automation and looking for a role that combines engineering depth with international adventure, we’d love to hear from you.

For further information call Sarah Clarke on: or . Email:

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Control & Automation Engineering