Position: Controls Engineer

Location: Based in London, with worldwide travel, commutable from Romford, Brentwood, Chelmsford, Dagenham, Tilbury, Basildon, Canvey Island, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea, Hadleigh, Ilford, Stratford, Epping, Edmonton, Upminster.

Remuneration: Negotiable £50,000 - £70,000 + company benefits depending on relevant experience (Pharma sector, automated machinery, PLC control system design & programming)

We are thrilled to share an exciting opportunity for an experienced Controls Engineer to join our dynamic and expanding team at our London facility. As a leading integrator of special-purpose machinery, conveyor systems, production, and assembly systems, we specialise in delivering bespoke automated solutions across diverse industry sectors, including Automated Warehousing, FMCG, Logistics, Pharmaceuticals, Food & Beverage, and Automotive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing, programming, and implementing control systems tailored to complex automation solutions.
• Developing and commissioning electrical designs, PLC programs, vision systems, SCADA, and HMI interfaces to meet client specifications.
• Integrating components and ancillary equipment such as conveyors, robotics, and vision systems into new or existing automated systems and production lines.
• Providing technical support for installation, fault diagnosis, and commissioning on customer sites globally.

Skills and Experience:

• A technical qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Design, Controls & Automation Systems, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a similar role with a strong understanding of control system design, PLC programming, electrical schematics, and automation solutions.
• Proficiency in programming at least one of the following PLC platforms: Allen Bradley, Rockwell, ABB, Fanuc, Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, or Schneider.
• Hands-on experience with product integration into automated systems, including conveyors, robotics, vision systems, and ancillary equipment.
• While not essential, experience in the Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences sectors would be highly advantageous.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with a skilled and supportive team, and make a meaningful impact within a growing organisation. To apply for this Controls Engineer vacancy please click on the link to apply. Your CV will be forward to Cognize Technical Recruitment, a specialist Automation & Technical Recruitment Agency.