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Lead controls engineer

Bedford
Bms Recruitment
Controls engineer
Posted: 20h ago
Offer description

* Be part of a forward-thinking engineering team working on advanced technology
* Strong commitment to professional growth and development
* Join an award-winning company with sustainability at its core

Our client is a specialist in high-performance cooling and automation solutions that help data-driven industries reduce energy consumption, improve efficiency, and operate more sustainably. Their technologies are trusted worldwide to support both existing infrastructure and new developments.


Key Responsibilities:

* Lead the adaptation and improvement of PLC/HMI control systems already in use with customers.
* Contribute to new product initiatives by applying controls and automation expertise.
* Deliver system updates, optimise performance, and align functionality with client requirements.
* Work closely with Engineering, R&D, Sales, and Marketing teams to provide technical support.
* Mentor and support junior engineers, helping to develop skills within the team.
* Provide hands-on assistance for customer trials, PLC setups, troubleshooting, and field support.


Key Requirements:

* Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electrical, Software, Mechanical, or related engineering field.
* Strong experience in PLC & HMI programming and industrial automation.
* Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g. Modbus, OPC UA, BACnet, SNMP).
* Sound understanding of control theory (e.g. PID controllers, feedback loops).
* Knowledge of hardware such as PLCs, sensors, and actuators.
* Awareness of compliance and safety standards (IEC, ISO, UL, ASHRAE).
* Experience within data centre or related sectors is beneficial but not essential.


What’s on Offer:

* Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 DOE
* Annual bonus scheme
* Company laptop and mobile phone
* Pension scheme
* Health insurance and death in service benefits
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Candidate Location: Bedford, Milton Keynes, Biggleswade, Northampton, Huntingdon

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