Controls Engineer

Job Description:

Software Engineer – Control & Automation

Location: Coventry (Head Office) | Offices also in Exeter & Stoke-on-Trent which you can work from
Salary: Competitive + benefits
Type: Permanent | Full-time

About the Company:
Our client delivers large-scale turnkey solutions across the quarrying, aggregates, and industrial design & build sectors. They design, build, and maintain electrical and mechanical systems that drive safe, efficient, and sustainable production. With a strong focus on innovation and digitalisation, their integrated approach combines design, project delivery, and ongoing site support.

The Role:
As a Software Engineer within the Controls and Automation team, you’ll be part of a multi-disciplinary group delivering industrial control systems for large-scale material handling projects. You’ll be involved throughout the full project lifecycle — from concept and design through to testing, installation, and on-site commissioning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, specify, and document automation systems for quarrying and heavy industrial processes.

• Develop PLC and SCADA software architectures using Siemens TIA Portal, WinCC, and associated platforms.

• Produce high-quality technical documentation (FDS, SDS, I/O lists, commissioning packs).

• Support compliance with company procedures, UK H&S regulations, and relevant standards (BS7671, UKCA, CE, machinery safety).

• Assist with control panel design, wiring diagrams, and component selection.

• Conduct factory and site acceptance testing with clients and stakeholders.

• Deliver on-site commissioning and operator training for new plants.

About You:

• Degree or HND in Electrical, Electronic, or Control Systems Engineering (or equivalent experience).

• Proven PLC programming experience (Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text).

• Strong background in Siemens PLCs, SCADA, and HMI systems (experience with Rockwell, GE, or Mitsubishi advantageous).

• Understanding of control hardware design, specification, and testing.

• Good knowledge of industrial communication protocols – Profinet, Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA.

• Hands-on experience in commissioning and optimisation of control systems on live plant.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach.

• Willingness to travel to customer sites (UK and occasional overseas).

Desirable Skills / Experience:

• Experience in quarrying, aggregates, or heavy industry material handling systems.

• Understanding of OT cybersecurity and its impact on control systems.

• Familiarity with functional safety standards (ISO 13849, IEC 61508).

• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.

• Experience integrating OEE data capture and reporting into control architectures.

Why Apply?

• Work on major industrial projects with cutting-edge technology.

• Be part of an innovative, forward-thinking engineering team.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.