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Controls Engineer
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 48,000 - 54,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cheltenham
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Controls Engineer
Location: Gloucestershire (Cheltenham/Tewkesbury area) with UK & international travel
Salary: £48,000 - £55,000 DOE + Private Healthcare (including dependants), Contributory Pension, Bonus Scheme
A growing and highly respected engineering and automation solutions provider is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join their talented technical team. This is a full-time, permanent role offering a diverse and challenging portfolio of work across bespoke automation systems, controls, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technology.
Working from a modern facility in Gloucestershire, you'll be part of a close-knit engineering team developing tailor-made solutions for customers across multiple sectors. You'll also be expected to undertake periodic travel for installations and commissioning, predominantly in the UK and North America.
The Role
Design and program industrial control systems (Allen Bradley / Siemens)
Deliver PLC, touchscreen, network and SCADA programming
Support on-site installation and commissioning of systems
Troubleshoot and service existing customer solutions
Take ownership of full project lifecycles - from concept to customer sign-off
Collaborate with mechanical/electrical engineers on integrated solutions
Mentor junior engineers and maintain high delivery standards
The Candidate
Strong background in industrial control systems within manufacturing environments
PLC programming from scratch (Siemens and Allen Bradley)
Knowledge of industrial networking (EtherNET, ProfiNET)
Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
Willingness to travel
Full driving licence
UK/EU passport (required for travel to USA/Canada without visa restrictions)
No criminal convictions that would restrict international travel
Reside within a commutable distance of Cheltenham/Tewkesbury
Desirable Experience
Experience working overseas
Robotics programming
EPLAN design knowledge
Familiarity with plastic processing or packaging machinery
Benefits
Private healthcare (partner and children included)
Company pension scheme
Annual leave: 21 days + bank holidays (with additional days for long service)
Performance-based bonuses and awards
Cycle to work scheme
Supportive, collaborative work environment
Clear progression opportunities
This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed and capable Controls Engineer looking to apply their expertise in a hands-on, solutions-driven environment with global reachBefore You Apply
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