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Senior Control Systems Engineer (London)
Control Systems Integration | Full-Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Control Systems Engineer to take a leading role in delivering high-quality automation and control system projects from concept through to commissioning.

This is a hands-on position combining technical delivery with team leadership, offering the chance to work on complex, innovative projects while mentoring and developing engineers.

The Role

* Lead the full project lifecycle: design, development, programming, testing, and commissioning

* Develop control system solutions in collaboration with clients

* Programme and configure PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems

* Provide technical leadership and mentor engineers, graduates, and apprentices

* Attend client meetings and conduct site surveys

* Produce detailed technical documentation and ensure compliance

* Support site commissioning activities (occasional travel required)

Requirements

* 5+ years’ experience in a senior or lead control systems role

* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or similar

* Strong PLC, SCADA, and HMI experience (e.g. Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Wonderware/AVEVA)

* Proven experience in system design, programming, and modification

* Previous leadership or mentoring experience

* Strong client-facing and communication skills

* Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK

* Instrumentation and electrical experience desirable

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary and company car scheme

* 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)

* Private healthcare and pension scheme

* Ongoing training and development support

* Access to wellbeing programmes and employee perks

* Regular social events and team-building activities

* Overtime/TIL and expenses scheme

This is a great opportunity for a driven engineer looking to take ownership of projects, influence technical delivery, and play a key role in a growing engineering team