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Controls Engineer

Job Posted: 16 days ago

Salary: £ 42,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Prestwick, South Ayrshire

Expire in: 11 days

Job Description

Do you want to work on cutting-edge engineering projects within a growing aerospace environment?
Are you looking for a role where you can genuinely influence how systems and processes evolve?
Would you enjoy being part of a collaborative team driving automation and smart technology?

If so, this could be the opportunity for you.

We are looking for an experienced Controls Engineer to join our clients expanding engineering team. This is a key role focused on integrating smart tools, improving processes and supporting manufacturing operations through automation and control systems.

Key Responsibilities

  * Design and implement control systems to support automation and smart tooling

  * Analyse existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement

  * Integrate new technologies into current manufacturing and test environments

  * Program and manage systems for data collection, automation, and communication

  * Support production with troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities

  * Contribute to small projects, ensuring delivery to time and budget

  * Produce and maintain technical documentation (schematics, reports, procedures)

  * Ensure systems meet safety and compliance standards

Key Skills & Experience

  * Background in controls, automation or mechatronics

  * Experience with PLC/HMI systems, industrial automation or similar

  * Strong problem-solving skills and a structured approach to fault finding

  * Ability to work with data systems and basic programming

  * Understanding of manufacturing or engineering environments

  * Knowledge of EHS and safe working practices

  * Good communication skills and ability to work within a team

Desirable

  * Experience with industrial communication protocols / networking

  * Exposure to data analysis or process optimisation

  * Knowledge of aviation or highly regulated environments

What’s on Offer

  * Competitive salary (DOE) + discretionary bonus

  * Strong pension contribution (9% employer contribution)

  * Private healthcare, Income Protection & wellbeing support

  * Salary sacrifice scheme

  * Generous holiday allowance

  * Ongoing training and development opportunities

  * A genuinely supportive and team-focused culture

If you’re looking for a role where you can apply your technical skills, drive improvements, and be part of a forward-thinking engineering team, I’d be keen to speak with you

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