Senior Control Systems Engineer | Glasgow (Hybrid) 3 Days per week on-site | £Neg (Enquire for details)
MERITUS are working with a leading engineering and systems integration organisation based in Glasgow. They're looking for a Senior Control Systems Software Engineer to take a key role in delivering complex, high-impact projects.
As a Senior Control Systems Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development and implementation of PLC-based control systems within energy and utilities environments. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team, supporting the delivery of reliable and high-performance control systems for critical energy assets.
This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of technical deliverables, contribute to system design, and support commissioning activities across a variety of energy projects.
Main Responsibilities:
* Design, develop and test control system software for energy sector applications using Siemens PLC platforms
* Contribute to project delivery across all phases, from requirements definition through to commissioning
* Produce high-quality technical documentation including functional design specifications and test documentation
* Collaborate with internal teams and energy sector clients to ensure successful technical delivery
* Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and on-site commissioning
Required Skills & Experience:
* Strong experience in the design & programming of Siemens PLCs (e.g. TIA Portal, S7, PCS7)
* Experience delivering PLC/SCADA/DCS systems within the energy sector (e.g. generation, transmission, renewables)
* Good understanding of control systems engineering across the full project lifecycle
* Knowledge of IEC 61131 programming languages (e.g. Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text)
* Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and within a team
Benefits:
* £Neg (Enquire for details)
* 28 days holiday + bank holidays
* 6.5% pension matched
* Private medical insurance
* Remote / hybrid working options
Got your attention?
If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the role – then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS Talent.