Senior Control Systems Engineer
Sheffield
We are now seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer to join our growing engineering team at our brand-new regional hub in Sheffield. This is a technically focused role, responsible for leading the design, development and commissioning of advanced control and automation systems across a wide range of industries.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and contribute to all stages of the project lifecycle, ensuring high‑quality technical delivery.
* Provide technical leadership, mentoring junior engineers and sharing best practices.
* Build strong client relationships through effective technical communication, presentations and documentation.
* Take ownership of technical tasks and projects, delivering to budget, quality, safety and programme expectations.
* Produce and review specifications, design documents and engineering reports.
* Develop, configure and implement control system application software across multiple platforms.
* Conduct testing and commissioning activities in live operational environments.
* Maintain consistently high engineering standards throughout the design and delivery process.
* Lead or work within multi‑disciplinary teams, adapting to a variety of environments.
* Ensure compliance with the company’s Integrated Management System.
* Contribute to continuous improvement and support the development of the wider engineering community.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
* Degree‑qualified in control, automation or electrical engineering (or equivalent proven experience).
* Member of a relevant engineering or professional body (e.g., MIET); Chartered status desirable.
* Minimum 6 years’ experience within the control and automation industry.
* Proven track record delivering control solutions within sectors such as Food, Utilities, FMCG, Process or Materials Handling.
* Strong technical leadership and project engineering experience.
* Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
* Highly motivated, ambitious and capable of operating at a senior technical level.
Technology Portfolio (Experience Desired)
* PLC Control Systems (Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider)
* HMI & SCADA technologies
* Regional control systems & telemetry
* Data analysis, reporting & IT/database integration
* MES platforms
* Industrial networking
* Industrial & IT hardware
* Operational Technology systems
* Functional safety
* OT cyber security principles
What We Offer
* Competitive salary
* 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* Enhanced pension contribution
* Ongoing internal training and Clear career development pathways
* A supportive employer committed to employee Wellbeing
* Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing business
* Access to employee discount schemes
We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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