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Senior/lead controls engineer

South Shields
Automation Experts
Controls engineer
€59,000 a year
Posted: 6 April
Offer description

Aspecialist engineering and design consultancy is seeking two Control Systems Engineers to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a fast-growing organisation with a strong, long-term order book and a reputation for delivering robust, bespoke solutions.

The role offers exposure to technically challenging projects within power generation and renewable energy, combining hands‑on engineering with structured support and training. The company culture promotes technical integrity, reliability, and continuous improvement.


Senior/Lead Controls Engineer

£50,000 - £68,000 + Private Medical Care, Annual Bonus, Travel/Offshore Uplifts

37.5 hours a week with Hybrid & Flexible working options

Daily free lunch

Excellent supported training to advance skills

Fast growing business with strong order book

North East based role

Ref: 25291


Senior/Lead Controls Engineer - The Role

* Lead theconcept, design, and architectureof control and power systems
* Develop and reviewPLC software (Siemens / Rockwell)to a high standard
* Design and validateindustrial communication networks
* Take ownership oftechnical documentation and compliance
* Act as a technical lead on projects, ensuring quality and delivery
* Conductpeer reviewsand approve engineering outputs
* Providedirect client engagement, including troubleshooting and solutions
* Lead or supervisecommissioning activities, including offshore work
* Mentor and support junior engineers
* Drivecontinuous improvementin engineering standards and practices


Senior/Lead Controls Engineer - The Person

* Degree (or equivalent) in engineering
* Strong, proven experience of PLC programming (Siemens and/or Rockwell)
* Background in power systems / high-voltage applications advantageous
* Experience delivering projects end-to-end
* Confident working independently and making technical decisions
* Strong communication skills with client-facing experience
* Experience mentoring or guiding engineers (informal or formal)
* Highly adaptable with a proactive, problem‑solving mindset
* Willing and able to travel internationally and offshore

Located in Tyne & Wear, this role would be commutable from Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, Durham, Gateshead, Jarrow, Hebburn, Washington, Chester-le-Street, Blyth, Cramlington, Seaham North Shields, South Shields, Morpeth, Peterlee and surrounding areas.

For further information call Sarah Clarke

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