Lead Controls Engineer
A specialist engineering business delivering advanced automated materials handling and robotics solutions is looking to recruit an experienced Lead Controls Engineer to support the delivery of complex automation projects.
This is a hands‑on role leading small commissioning teams and taking ownership of Level 2 PLC control systems from implementation through to testing, integration, and final sign‑off.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead commissioning engineers and technicians on site
* Deliver Level 2 PLC commissioning and system integration
* Support control system and software development
* Carry out software testing, simulation, and fault‑finding
* Take ownership of assigned PLC systems and commissioning activities
* Mentor and develop junior engineers
Key Requirements
* NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Electrical Engineering
* Strong Siemens S7 PLC programming experience
* HMI and SCADA development experience
* Knowledge of industrial networks. Profibus, Profinet, AS‑i
* Industrial commissioning experience
* Team leadership experience beneficial
Permanent role. UK‑based projects.
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