Control Engineer

  • Automation Experts Ltd
  • Barnsley, Yorkshire
  • Sep 12, 2025
Full time Engineering

Job Description

A long-established UK engineering company specialising in large-scale mechanical and electrical systems for infrastructure, transport and industrial applications, offers end-to-end project delivery, from design and manufacturing to installation and commissioning.

Employees benefit from working on technically challenging, high-impact projects, within a supportive environment that values long-term development and internal progression.

Electrical Control Engineer

£50k - £60k + 5k Car Allowance + 9% Pension + Private Medical Care

South Yorkshire

Ref: 24565

Electrical Control Engineer - The Role:

  • Production of FDS/SDS
  • Design and programming of PLC/HMI/SCADA systems for various industries using Siemens TIA
  • AutoCAD design of electrical distribution/motor control centres and PLC control systems
  • Attending client and sub-contractor meetings to support the project by providing technical expertise
  • Production of test documents FAT/SAT, and visits to panel manufacturer premises for Factory Acceptance Testing
  • Preparation of estimates, tenders, design specifications, and tender specifications
  • Authoring O&M Manuals
  • Keeping abreast of the latest developments in electrical engineering

Electrical Control Engineer - The Person:

  • Engineering qualification to at least level 4 (HND/Degree or equivalent)
  • Relevant design (AutoCAD) experience in a relevant electrical design/controls engineering role
  • Experience in control panel/MCC design, ideally with Siemens equipment. Project management experience will be an advantage
  • Knowledge of industrial control systems including electrical distribution equipment, MCCs, and PLC control panels
  • Ability to produce and manage RAMS
  • Experience in a turnkey project environment
  • Highly organised with attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work proactively both individually and as part of a team

Located in the Yorkshire & Humberside area, this role would be commutable from in and around Scarborough, Bridlington, Driffield, Malton, York & Hull

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For further information call Sharon Hill

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