Controls Engineer Location: Forest Gate, London Salary: Up to £70,000 (flexible for exceptional candidates) Schedule: Monday-Friday or Wednesday-Sunday (with enhanced package) Contract: Permanent We're supporting one of the UK's busiest and most advanced bakeries in their search for an experienced Controls Engineer to join their high-performing engineering team at their Forest Gate site. This is a hands-on, site-based role where you'll take ownership of all control systems and electrical infrastructure across a fast-paced production facility that manufactures over two million units per week. You'll act as the site's technical authority on PLCs and automation, delivering high-level fault-finding, system modifications, and performance improvements — while supporting and mentoring shift engineers to strengthen their own automation capabilities. Key Responsibilities: Lead PLC fault-finding and support across complex production lines Carry out system modifications, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects Support site-wide electrical and automation infrastructure Mentor engineers to build in-house fault-finding capability Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with duty holder responsibilities What We're Looking For: Strong PLC programming and fault-finding skills (preferably Allen Bradley / Rockwell; Siemens also valued) Electrical engineering qualification and working knowledge of electrical safety and compliance Proven experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or FMCG environment Strong problem-solving ability with a proactive and collaborative approach What's on Offer: Salary up to £70,000 per annum Excellent pension scheme (7.5% employer contribution) Time off in lieu for additional hours Choice of working pattern: Monday-Friday or Wednesday-Sunday (with potential uplift) Opportunities to shape automation strategy and site-wide improvements