Job Description
We are looking for a Standards & Controls Engineer to support the design, deployment, and optimisation of industrial control systems used in high-volume manufacturing environments.
In this role, you will collaborate across engineering and operations functions to ensure smooth integration of production systems, maintaining technical consistency and operational performance across automated manufacturing processes.
This position is suited to an engineer with hands-on exposure to industrial automation, manufacturing systems, and control technologies, ideally within automotive or similar production environments.
* Location: Coventry
* On Site: Yes
* Clearance: None
* Experience Level: Mid-Level
Key Responsibilities:
* Support end-to-end delivery of control systems, from early specification and design through to commissioning and production deployment.
* Act as a technical interface between engineering, IT, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of manufacturing systems.
* Provide hands-on support during commissioning phases, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring stable system operation in live production environments.
* Work closely with suppliers and external partners to ensure delivery aligns with technical, cost, and quality expectations.
* Maintain engineering standards, system documentation, and interface definitions across automated manufacturing environments.
* Contribute to continuous improvement activities within production control and automation systems.
* Ensure manufacturing systems remain reliable, compliant, and aligned with operational requirements.
Qualifications
Required Skills:
* Experience working with industrial control systems from specification through to deployment.
* Strong background in manufacturing automation or production engineering environments.
* Practical experience with PLCs, robotics systems, CNC programming, or machine electrical design.
* Ability to support system commissioning and resolve technical issues in production settings.
* Experience collaborating across engineering, IT, and operations teams.
* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and automated production systems.
Required Qualifications:
* A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.
Desirable Skills:
* Exposure to automotive manufacturing or high-volume industrial environments.
* Familiarity with robotics or advanced automation systems.
* Experience working with suppliers in an engineering delivery context.
* Understanding of control system architecture and industrial interface standards.
* Knowledge of commissioning, validation, or industrial acceptance testing processes.
Additional Information
Why join us?
We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.
In short you get:
* A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
* A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
* Private Medical Insurance
* Cycle & Tech Scheme
* Employee assistance programme
* Life insurance & Pension Scheme
* Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
* Flexible way of working (role dependent)
We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.
ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.