Controls Engineer (R&D / Manufacturing) £55,000 - £65,000 Hybrid Bonus 33 Days Holiday Company Benefits Altrincham Are you a Controls Engineer or similar looking for a stimulating new challenge working at the forefront of manufacturing technology, involved heavily in the R&D of special purpose machinery and delivering technical support to Engineers across the globe? Are you looking to be recognised as a technical expert within a niche field, with plenty of scope to implement your knowledge of PLCs to drive a reputable company into the future? In this varied role you will be debugging and problem solving on software, then liaising with 3rd parties to fix issues within special purpose machinery. Using primarily TIA Portal, Siemens S7 and Ladder Logic, you will be providing customer support and assisting Service Engineers globally, with occasional travel to sites as needed. Founded 40 years ago, this design and manufacturing company are investing heavily into the future and pushing to become leaders in their niche market, exporting their machinery globally. Taking pride in their development of Engineers, they boast excellent retention rates and best in class training opportunities. This role would suit a Controls Engineer or similar looking to for a varied role where no two days are the same, involved in all aspects of R&D for new machinery in an office-based role. The Role: Identifying issues and debugging PLCs, using TIA Portal, Siemens S7 and Ladder Logic Developing special purpose machinery through R&D Liaising with global Service Engineers and 3rd parties Office based, 1 day from home, some travel to customer sites Monday to Thursday 8am - 4:20pm, finish at 3:20pm on Friday The Person: Controls/Systems Engineer or similar Able to read and modify PLC code Looking for a primarily office-based role Reference Number: BBBH23969a Engineer, Engineering, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Production, Industrial, Machinery, Production, Manufacture, PLC, Controls, Control, Logic, Software, Code, Siemens Manchester, Stockport If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.