Controls Engineer

Posting date:	10 July 2025
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	09 August 2025
Location:	E7 9NB
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Ambitions Personnel
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	JB/ENG1007-15500

Summary

Role Purpose

A fantastic opportunity for a skilled Controls Engineer to play a crucial role in the fault diagnosis, maintenance, and upgrade of plant control systems and electrical infrastructure. The successful candidate will support site operations to ensure optimal performance, safety, and compliance with all legislative and internal standards.

Ideally the hours of work will be Wednesday - Sunday however Monday to Friday workings is an option for the right candidate (may involve call out at the weekend)

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Compliance

• Lead the ongoing upgrade and maintenance of all site PLC, SCADA, and control systems.

  
  

• Act as the Electrical Duty Holder, ensuring compliance with electrical testing, PAT systems, and safety regulations.

  
  

• Conduct regular audits of control/electrical systems and standards.

  
  

• Manage and update electrical schematics, documentation, and software backups.

  
  Project Management & Execution

  • Deliver control/electrical projects from concept through to installation and commissioning.

    
    

  • Prepare specifications, P&IDs, project justifications, tender evaluations, and Capital Expenditure Proposals (CEPs).

    
    

  • Coordinate electrical authorisation and competency certifications for engineering staff.

    
    Breakdown Support & Continuous Improvement

    • Provide hands-on support during breakdowns and site incidents, including out-of-hours assistance.

      
      

    • Assist in CI initiatives and ensure critical spares and systems are in place for fast recovery.

      
      

    • Support legacy control systems and develop recovery procedures for plant and equipment.

      
      People Development & Contractor Management

      • Identify and close skill gaps in the engineering team through training and structured development plans.

        
        

      • Ensure contractors adhere to site H&S procedures while carrying out their duties.

        
        

      • Champion electrical safety and accident prevention across the site.

        
        

        Key Outputs / Success Metrics

        • Achievement of site KPIs and operational targets.

          
          

        • Compliance with all relevant electrical legislation and internal standards.

          
          

        • Timely delivery of projects within budget and scope.

          
          

        • High system uptime and rapid fault resolution.

          
          

        • Effective skills development across the engineering team.

          
          

          Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience

          • Strong understanding of electrical systems, PLCs, SCADA, and networking technologies.

            
            

          • Practical experience with:

            • Rockwell and Modicon PLCs

              
              

            • Siemens and DeviceNet FieldBus

              
              

            • iFix SCADA, SQL Server, and reporting tools

              
              

            • Legacy systems (DOS, Texas 5Ti, Mitsubishi)

              
              
              

            • Structured approach to software design, testing, and documentation.

              
              

            • Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.

              
              

            • Experience managing projects, electrical standards, and system compliance.

              
              

              Our Core Values

              • Quality – We deliver high standards in everything we do.

                
                

              • Accountability – We do what we say we will, and take responsibility.

                
                

              • Trust – We operate with integrity and empower each other to succeed.

                
                

                Would also suit:

                • Automation Engineer

                  
                  

                • Electrical Controls Engineer

                  
                  

                • Control Systems Engineer

                  
                  

                • Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineer

                  
                  

                • PLC Engineer

                  
                  

                • SCADA Engineer

                  
                  

                • Industrial Automation Engineer

                  
                  

                • Process Control Engineer

                  
                  

                • Electrical Design Engineer

                  
                  

                • Systems Integration Engineer

                  
                  

                • Industrial Controls Technician

                  
                  

                  If you are interested in this role please send your CV to jo.botton@ambitionspersonnel.com or call on 01636 611320