This UK-based company is a leading specialist in the design, manufacture, and support of materials and devices used across the defence, security, and industrial sectors used in critical applications worldwide. With a strong order book and continuing growth of the business they are now expanding their controls and automation team to deliver on a range of automation projects within their new manufacturing plant. Controls Engineer £50,000 - £60,000 + Pension + Healthcare, Employee Assistance and Retail Discount schemes Ayrshire Ref: 24348 Controls Engineer - The Role: PLC Control & Software Development: Design, develop, and implement PLC control systems (Omron) and software solutions tailored to special-purpose automated machinery. Standards Compliance: Ensure all control and safety systems comply with relevant national and international regulations and standards (e.g., ISO, IEC, CE). Robot Programming & Commissioning: Program and commission industrial robots, including Staubli to meet specific automation requirements. Design, organise, support, advise and conduct safe trials and tests as required for any system or processes in support of trials or investigations, with analysis, conclusions and recommendations as appropriate Organise, instruct and support operational staff on the methods and steps to be followed when using any PLC controlled equipment ...