Control Systems Engineer – Birmingham, UK
A global friction welding manufacturer is looking for a Control Systems Engineer to join their team based in the Birmingham area.
Role Overview
The ideal candidate will be a hard‑working and adaptable engineer with a strong design background. In this role, you will design and provide technical support for industrial control panels and related systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and implement software for industrial control systems within automation, robotics, and machinery environments.
* Program PLCs, HMIs, and real‑time motion control systems for both hydraulic and electric drive applications.
* Integrate systems across multiple devices and communication protocols (e.g., industrial Ethernet networks).
* Produce comprehensive technical documentation, including specifications, design details, and test procedures.
* Support commissioning activities at customer sites, including occasional international travel and short‑notice assignments.
* Contribute to the full software lifecycle, including requirements definition, design, testing, and deployment.
* Assist with additional tasks as required to support overall project delivery and team objectives.
Key Requirements
* Strong experience with industrial PLC and HMI programming platforms (e.g., Siemens, Allen‑Bradley or similar).
* Experience integrating motion control and drive systems.
* Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, or similar.
* Knowledge of IEC 61131‑based programming.
* Experience with additional programming languages (e.g., C++, C#, JavaScript) is advantageous.
* Exposure to real‑time or embedded control systems is desirable.
* Ability to produce clear, structured technical documentation across the software lifecycle.
Compensation
£55,000 - £60,000 (salary range).
Location
Birmingham.
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