Position: Controls Engineer
Location: Gloucester
Contract: Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 DOE + Travel Allowance
Are you an experienced Controls Engineer looking to work on complex, high-spec automation projects with global exposure? Would you like to be part of a forward-thinking engineering business delivering advanced machinery to international customers?
An established and growing engineering company is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to join their automation team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Controls Engineer who enjoys working on bespoke machinery, developing control systems, and being involved in projects from concept through to commissioning.
Benefits
Competitive salary (£45,000 – £60,000 DOE)
Private medical insurance
Company pension scheme
Life assurance & income protection
Employee incentive plan
International travel opportunities
Ongoing training and development
Long-term career progression within a growing business
Role Responsibilities:
Develop and modify PLC, HMI, and motion control systems for automated machinery
Integrate control systems with distributed I/O and networked architectures
Support new machine builds, prototype development, and existing equipment
Program and integrate vision systems for inspection and measurement
Ensure machinery complies with safety standards and best practices
Produce technical documentation for build, testing, and customer handover
Provide on-site commissioning, fault finding, and customer support
Collaborate with internal teams, customers, and suppliers on project delivery
Contribute to continuous improvement and product development initiatives
The Person:
Experience working as a Controls Engineer within automation or special-purpose machinery
Strong PLC programming experience (Rockwell / Siemens or similar)
Knowledge of motion control systems and control architectures
Experience with HMI systems and industrial automation software
Willingness to travel internationally for commissioning and support
If you are an experienced Controls Engineer looking for a technically challenging role with global exposure and strong career progression, please apply with an up-to-date CV.
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