Controls Engineer.Nuneaton.£55,000 - £60,000 per annum DOE.Day Shifts.Our client is expanding their team at their site in Nuneaton and are looking for a Controls Engineer. This role is key in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of their manufacturing processes as they continue to grow.Benefits:

• Salary sacrifice EV vehicle scheme.
• Annual bonus.
• 6% matched pension.
• X4 death in service.
• Cycle to work scheme.

What the Controls Engineer will do:

• You'll be the go-to expert for diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues on control systems on site, minimising downtime and ensuring smooth operations.
• Take charge of developing and executing maintenance schedules for PLCs, HMIs, and other automation hardware, keeping everything running at peak performance.
• Work with Siemens, Omron, and Allen-Bradley PLC systems to enhance and modify control programs to meet ever evolving production needs.
• Spearhead system upgrades and process improvements, driving the implementation of new technologies to keep ahead of the curve.
• Lead engineering projects that improve site operations, efficiency, and sustainability, collaborating across teams to make it happen.
• Ensure our control systems meet the highest safety standards, maintaining detailed records and adhering to regulations.

What we look for in the Controls Engineer:

• Ideally qualified to HNC level. You’ll also have an electrical competency certification (BS7671) and UK Electrical Test & Inspection qualifications.
• Proven experience in Controls Engineering, particularly with Siemens, Omron, and Allen-Bradley PLCs in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• You’ll need to be proficient in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Familiarity with industrial networks and protocols (Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet, Modbus) is essential.
• You’ll need to be a quick thinker, identifying and solving problems proactively to keep operations running smoothly.
• Experience with SCADA systems, HMI development, robotics, motion control, and advanced automation tech.
• Knowledge of safety systems (SIL, ISO 13849) and certifications in specific PLC platforms.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, contact Justin Norley at Stirling Warrington today.