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Senior/Lead Controls Engineer
Job Posted: 5 days ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 68,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Tyne and Wear
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
A specialist engineering and design consultancy is seeking two Control Systems Engineers to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a fast-growing organisation with a strong, long-term order book and a reputation for delivering robust, bespoke solutions.
The role offers exposure to technically challenging projects within power generation and renewable energy, combining hands-on engineering with structured support and training. The company culture promotes technical integrity, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Senior/Lead Controls Engineer
£50,000 - £68,000 + Private Medical Care, Annual Bonus, Travel/Offshore Uplifts
37.5 hours a week with Hybrid & Flexible working options
Daily free lunch
Excellent supported training to advance skills
Fast growing business with strong order book
North East based role
Ref: 25291
As a Senior / Lead Control Systems Engineer, you will take ownership of the full lifecycle delivery of control system projects, from concept through to commissioning, acting as a technical authority and mentor within the team.
Senior/Lead Controls Engineer - The Role:
Lead the concept, design, and architecture of control and power systems
Develop and review PLC software (Siemens / Rockwell) to a high standard
Design and validate industrial communication networks
Take ownership of technical documentation and compliance
Act as technical lead on projects, ensuring quality and delivery
Conduct peer reviews and approve engineering outputs
Provide direct client engagement, including troubleshooting and solutions
Lead or supervise commissioning activities, including offshore work
Mentor and support junior engineers
Drive continuous improvement in engineering standards and practices
Senior/Lead Controls Engineer - The Person:
Degree (or equivalent) in engineering
Strong, proven experience of PLC programming (Siemens and/or Rockwell)
Background in power systems / high-voltage applications advantageous
Experience delivering projects end-to-end
Confident working independently and making technical decisions
Strong communication skills with client-facing experience
Experience mentoring or guiding engineers (informal or formal)
Highly adaptable with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
Willing and able to travel internationally and offshore
Located in Tyne & Wear, this role would be commutable from Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, Durham, Gateshead, Jarrow, Hebburn, Washington, Chester-le-Street, Blyth, Cramlington, Seaham North Shields, South Shields, Morpeth, Peterlee and surrounding areas.
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