Job Title: Control Systems Engineer Location: Trafford Park, Manchester Job Type: Permanent Industry: Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Nuclear, Renewable Energy Travel Requirement: 30-50% (UK & international sites) ________________________________________ About the Company Our client is a well-established and respected leader in safety and process control systems, delivering cutting-edge automation solutions across critical sectors including oil & gas, petrochemical, nuclear, and renewable energy. With decades of industry experience and a strong focus on innovation, safety, and reliability, they are expanding their engineering team and seeking a Control Systems Engineer to join them on a permanent basis at their Trafford Park site in Manchester. ________________________________________ Role Overview As a Control Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in the full lifecycle delivery of automation and control systems - from initial concept through to detailed design, build, commissioning, and final handover. This is a hands-on, technically engaging position involving both office-based design and on-site commissioning work in the UK and abroad. This role is ideal for engineers who have previously worked as a Software Engineer, Systems Engineer, PLC Engineer, or PLC Programmer, and are seeking stable, long-term work on complex and safety-critical systems. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities - System Design & Engineering - PLC and HMI Development - Integration & Interfaces - Commissioning & Support - Project Collaboration________________________________________ Required Experience & Skills - Ideally will have experience in a similar role (Control Systems Engineer, PLC Engineer, Systems Engineer, Software Engineer etc.). - Solid understanding of industrial automation, process control, and safety systems. - Willingness and flexibility to travel for site work and commissioning (30-50% travel expected). - Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and the ability to meet project deadlines. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. ________________________________________ Desirable Qualifications (Not Essential) - Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Control Systems, or a related discipline. - Experience working in regulated environments (e.g., oil & gas, nuclear, petrochemical). - Knowledge of SCADA systems or industrial networking. ________________________________________ What's on Offer - Competitive salary and benefits package. - Permanent, long-term role with a well-established and growing business. - Involvement in technically challenging and meaningful projects with real-world impact. - Opportunities for personal development, training, and career progression. - Supportive and collaborative work environment