Controls Systems Engineer
| Posting date: | 29 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £50,000 to £55,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 February 2026 |
| Location: | Telford, Shropshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Prince Personnel |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AA26827 |
Summary
Controls Systems Engineer
Telford
Permanent
up to circa £55,000 per annum (experience dependant)
Monday – Friday (DAYS)
We’re supporting an innovative engineering business that partners with customers worldwide to deliver advanced automated systems and solve complex control challenges. They are now seeking an experienced Controls Systems Engineer to join their team, taking a lead role in PLC programming, system commissioning, advanced control techniques and customer support. This is a varied and technically stimulating position involving UK and overseas travel, where you’ll work on the full lifecycle of control system development, from coding and testing through to commissioning and training.
If you’re driven, solutions focused and enjoy working with cutting edge automation technologies, this role offers excellent scope for professional growth.
As the Controls Systems Engineer you will be getting involved in:
• Writing and developing PLC code using Allen Bradley / Rockwell platforms (essential)
• Programming and configuring Siemens S7 / TIA Portal systems
• Developing structured ladder logic, function blocks and statement lists
• Setting up industrial communication networks such as EtherNet, Modbus and Profibus
• Configuring AC/DC drives, inverters and motion control equipment
• Applying advanced control strategies including PID loops for flow, level, pressure, temperature and humidity
• Performing hardware and software testing and validation
• Commissioning automated systems both in the UK and worldwide
• Delivering customer training and providing remote technical support
• Developing both PLC and robot control software
• Fault finding, diagnostics and resolving technical issues
• Working safely and professionally within company procedures and risk assessments
We are looking for someone who has:
• PLC programming with Allen Bradley this is essential
• PLC/SCADA system design and development
• Software, hardware and systems development within automation
• Experience with Ignition systems desirable but not required)
• Commissioning automated machinery or control systems
• Technical problem solving and customer facing communication
The application process:
Our mission is to support our clients in their creation of an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing a barrier-free recruitment process, so if you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments within the application process, then please make it known at the earliest opportunity.
We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we're able to progress with your application within 72 working hours. If you do not hear from us within this time your details won’t be retained. So, if you're not successful on this occasion, do continue to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment.
About Us
Prince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Whether you’re seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment or contract you’ll find us easy to deal with. Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire and North Wales. Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance and operations recruitment. With the best jobs around we are an independent agency working hard for you.
Reference: AA26827
Telford
Permanent
up to circa £55,000 per annum (experience dependant)
Monday – Friday (DAYS)
We’re supporting an innovative engineering business that partners with customers worldwide to deliver advanced automated systems and solve complex control challenges. They are now seeking an experienced Controls Systems Engineer to join their team, taking a lead role in PLC programming, system commissioning, advanced control techniques and customer support. This is a varied and technically stimulating position involving UK and overseas travel, where you’ll work on the full lifecycle of control system development, from coding and testing through to commissioning and training.
If you’re driven, solutions focused and enjoy working with cutting edge automation technologies, this role offers excellent scope for professional growth.
As the Controls Systems Engineer you will be getting involved in:
• Writing and developing PLC code using Allen Bradley / Rockwell platforms (essential)
• Programming and configuring Siemens S7 / TIA Portal systems
• Developing structured ladder logic, function blocks and statement lists
• Setting up industrial communication networks such as EtherNet, Modbus and Profibus
• Configuring AC/DC drives, inverters and motion control equipment
• Applying advanced control strategies including PID loops for flow, level, pressure, temperature and humidity
• Performing hardware and software testing and validation
• Commissioning automated systems both in the UK and worldwide
• Delivering customer training and providing remote technical support
• Developing both PLC and robot control software
• Fault finding, diagnostics and resolving technical issues
• Working safely and professionally within company procedures and risk assessments
We are looking for someone who has:
• PLC programming with Allen Bradley this is essential
• PLC/SCADA system design and development
• Software, hardware and systems development within automation
• Experience with Ignition systems desirable but not required)
• Commissioning automated machinery or control systems
• Technical problem solving and customer facing communication
The application process:
Our mission is to support our clients in their creation of an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing a barrier-free recruitment process, so if you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments within the application process, then please make it known at the earliest opportunity.
We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we're able to progress with your application within 72 working hours. If you do not hear from us within this time your details won’t be retained. So, if you're not successful on this occasion, do continue to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment.
About Us
Prince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Whether you’re seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment or contract you’ll find us easy to deal with. Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire and North Wales. Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance and operations recruitment. With the best jobs around we are an independent agency working hard for you.
Reference: AA26827