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Controls Engineer
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Crampmoor, Hampshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Controls Engineer
Altera Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls Engineers to join a respected engineering services provider working across critical water infrastructure projects in London and the South East. This field-based role will see the successful Controls Engineer carrying out installation, commissioning, maintenance, and optimisation of a range of industrial control and automation systems.
Key Responsibilities of a Controls Engineer:
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Install, configure, and commission a wide range of control and instrumentation equipment including VSDs, flowmeters, level sensors, and turbidity analysers.
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Carry out on-site modifications to control panels and starter units, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.
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Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve electrical and instrumentation faults to minimise downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
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Complete system testing, calibration, and documentation in line with project and compliance requirements.
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Promote safe working practices by preparing risk assessments, conducting toolbox talks, and adhering to industry safety standards and company procedures.
Skills & Qualifications Required:
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Recognised trade qualification such as City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering (or equivalent).
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A minimum of three years’ hands-on experience maintaining and repairing industrial control systems, ideally within the water or utilities sectors.
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Proficient in working with 4-20mA loops, variable speed drives (VSDs), and industrial instrumentation.
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Competent in interpreting electrical schematics and P&ID diagrams for fault-finding and installations.
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Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across multiple sites within the region.
What the Role Offers:
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Competitive basic salary with realistic annual earnings between £40,000 and £55,000+, including paid travel time and overtime.
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Company vehicle, fuel card, premium PPE, and fully calibrated tools provided.
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Structured training and development opportunities, with progression routes into project engineering or control systems design.
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Comprehensive benefits package including death in service cover and an annual training allowance.
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22 days’ annual leave (plus public holidays) and a supportive work culture that values initiative, teamwork, and professional growth.
This role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician to make a tangible difference in the utilities sector, keeping vital infrastructure running efficiently and safelyBefore You Apply
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