Control Systems Engineer
Automation & Production Tooling
The Role
We are working with a specialist production tooling and automation business seeking a Control Systems Engineer to support the design, development, and commissioning of bespoke automated machinery.
This role sits within the companys automation arm, delivering PLC-controlled systems for production tooling, fixtures, and special-purpose machinery used in manufacturing environments.
You will be involved across the full project lifecycle from initial concept and design through to build, testing, and commissioning.
Key Responsibilities
1. Design, program, and commission PLC-based control systems for automated production tooling and machinery
2. Develop and modify PLC and HMI software to meet project specifications
3. Work closely with mechanical design, tooling, and manufacturing teams
4. Support system integration, FAT and SAT, and on-site commissioning
5. Fault-find, debug, and optimise automation systems during build and installation
6. Produce technical documentation including I/O lists, control philosophies, and manuals
7. Ensure compliance with electrical and machinery safety standards
Essential Skills & Experience
8. Proven experience as a Control Systems Engineer / PLC Engineer / Automation Engineer
9. Strong PLC programming experience (e.g. Siemens TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley / Rockwell, Mitsubishi, or similar)
10. Experience working with automated machinery, production tooling, or special-purpose machinery
11. Good understanding of: Sensors, actuators, motors, and drives Industrial communications (Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus) Electrical fault-finding and debugging
12. Ability to work across design, build, and commissioning phases
Desirable Experience
13. HMI development (WinCC, FactoryTalk, etc.)
14. Robotics integration (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa, etc.)
15. Safety PLCs and machine safety systems (Pilz, Siemens Safety, GuardLogix)
16. Background in automotive, aerospace, FMCG, or high-volume manufacturing
17. Experience within a machine builder, tooling manufacturer, or systems integrator
Whats On Offer
18. Opportunity to work on bespoke automation and tooling projects
19. Involvement across the full project lifecycle, not just maintenance
20. Stable, engineering-led business with long-term automation investment
21. Competitive salary and benefits package
22. Career development within a growing automation function