Jobs in Felbridge

Controls Engineer

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Controls Engineer to join a well-established engineering business specialising in the design and manufacture of bespoke automated machinery and special-purpose equipment.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will play a key role in the design, programming, commissioning and ongoing development of innovative automation solutions for customers across a variety of industries.

This role offers a combination of office-based engineering, hands-on commissioning and occasional customer site work, making it ideal for someone who enjoys seeing projects through from concept to completion.

Key Responsibilities

Develop PLC software and machine control systems for bespoke automation projects.
Produce functional specifications and machine control documentation.
Ensure all control systems comply with current safety standards and best engineering practices.
Support design reviews, risk assessments and design feasibility studies.
Commission, test and fault-find PLC-controlled machinery both in-house and at customer sites.
Work closely with mechanical, electrical and project engineering teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Assist with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and customer acceptance activities.
Provide technical support to installation and commissioning teams.
Prepare and maintain technical documentation throughout each project.
Liaise directly with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department.
About You

We're looking for an engineer who has:

HNC, HND or Degree qualification in Electrical, Controls or Automation Engineering (or equivalent industry experience).
Previous experience in a Controls Engineer position within industrial automation or special purpose machinery.
Strong PLC programming experience using Siemens S7 / TIA Portal.
Experience with Ford FAST Programming would be advantageous.
Knowledge of Schneider Electric Unity or PL7 is beneficial but not essential.
A sound understanding of machinery, automation systems and mechanical engineering principles.
Experience commissioning and fault-finding automated equipment.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Experience using CAD packages such as EPLAN or AutoCAD would be advantageous.
Personal Attributes

You'll be someone who:

Has excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Communicates effectively with customers and colleagues.
Is organised and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Works calmly under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Demonstrates excellent attention to detail.
Enjoys collaborating within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Is adaptable and willing to travel when required.
Has a proactive attitude towards continuous improvement.
Travel

This position will involve occasional travel to customer sites throughout the UK, including overnight stays where required. There may also be opportunities for international travel depending on project requirements.

What's on Offer

Opportunity to work on technically challenging automation projects.
Varied role covering design, programming, commissioning and customer support.
Collaborative engineering environment with strong technical expertise.
Career development opportunities within a growing engineering business.
Exposure to cutting-edge industrial automation and bespoke machinery projects.
If you're an experienced Controls Engineer looking for a varied role where you can make a real impact from design through to commissioning, we'd love to hear from you.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

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