A rapidly growing UK control systems integrator is expanding its engineering team due to a sustained increase in project demand across energy storage and critical infrastructure. With dozens of live projects and long-term repeat clients, this role offers the opportunity to work on technically complex systems from initial design through to commissioning and handover.
This position will suit an engineer who enjoys owning delivery, working across disciplines, and solving real engineering problems rather than maintaining existing systems.
The RoleAs a Project Engineer, you will deliver control and automation solutions across the full project lifecycle, working closely with clients, internal engineering teams, and external stakeholders.
You will be responsible for ensuring all work is technically robust, compliant, and delivered to programme and budget.
Key ResponsibilitiesDesign & Engineering
Understand customer requirements and translate them into compliant technical solutions
Interpret and apply relevant British, international, and client standards
Design PLC, SCADA, HMI, and communications architectures
Produce system schematics, process diagrams, state diagrams, and data point schedules
Design industrial communications networks (Ethernet, fibre, serial, etc.)
Work closely with CAD engineers on control panel layouts and hardware integration
Produce calculations (power, heating, loading) and compliance matrices
Software Development
PLC programming (ladder logic primarily; structured text beneficial)
SCADA and HMI development in line with internal coding standards
Development of test tools and supporting software as required
Testing & Commissioning
Create and execute FAT and SAT documentation
Carry out testing with internal and customer witnesses
Diagnose, log, and resolve defects
Support commissioning and site activities where required
Delivery & Documentation
Support procurement and supplier engagement
Produce O&M manuals, as-built drawings, spares lists, and H&S files
Support warranty activities and issue resolution
What They’re Looking For
Strong controls / automation engineering background (design-focused)
Experience delivering projects end-to-end, not just coding or maintenance
Solid technical fundamentals and problem-solving mindset
Comfortable working with ambiguity and adapting solutions
Strong communication skills and ownership mentality
Benefits
Office-based role (Derbyshire) – 5 days per week
Core hours approx. 08:30–16:30 (flexibility either side)
Early finish typically on Fridays
Holidays: 22 days bank holidays, plus Christmas shutdown
Other benefits include:
Pool vehicles for site travel
Cycle-to-work scheme
£500 annual flexible wellbeing/allowance benefit
Sick pay scheme
Discretionary bonus potential
If you are looking to take full ownership, on large-scale engineering systems, then this could be the role for you. Click apply today