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Lead control systems engineer (Full UK Citizens Only)

Job Posted: 9 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Expire in: 18 days

Job Description

Lead / Senior Control Systems Engineer (Peterborough)

We are looking for a hands-on Lead / Senior Control Systems Engineer to take ownership of projects from start to finish—design, programming, testing, and commissioning.

You’ll work closely with the Commercial Manager and lead a team of engineers, helping drive quality delivery while mentoring junior staff, grads, and apprentices. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in growing the team and shaping the office.

What you’ll be doing:

  * Managing full project lifecycle from concept to commissioning

  * Designing and delivering control systems (PLC, SCADA, HMI)

  * Leading client meetings, site visits, and technical discussions

  * Programming across platforms like Siemens, Rockwell, Mitsubishi, AVEVA/Wonderware, GE SCADA

  * Supporting and mentoring engineers to get the best out of the team

  * Producing technical documentation and ensuring compliance

  * Occasional site commissioning (some short stays away)

What we’re looking for:

  * 5+ years in a senior/lead control systems role

  * Strong experience with PLCs, SCADA, HMI, drives, and instrumentation

  * Background in Electrical or Software Engineering (or similar)

  * Experience leading or mentoring engineers

  * Comfortable working directly with clients

  * Full UK driving licence

Nice to have:

  * Experience with Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Wonderware (or similar)

  * Instrumentation and electrical experience

What’s on offer:

  * 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 30) + holiday trading

  * Pension scheme

  * Private healthcare (after 1 year)

  * Life assurance (after 5 years)

  * Company car scheme

  * Training and development support

  * Wellbeing programme + 24/7 counselling

  * Perks/discount platform

  * Regular social events

  * Overtime/TIL and expenses

  * Free parking (where available)

  * Access to pool cars/vans

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