Control Systems Engineer (R&D)
Adlington, Cheshire - Site based, with 1 day working from home per week after probation
£55,000 to £70,000 depending on experience + Great Benefits

Excellent opportunity for a Control Systems Engineer with strong Siemens PLC programming and motion control experience to take ownership of projects developing bespoke manufacturing machinery.

This well-established engineering and manufacturing business designs and builds specialist machinery for customers worldwide. They are looking for an electrically biased Control Systems Engineer to join their in-house R&D team, developing new machinery and improving existing systems.

In this role, you will develop PLC, HMI, multi-axis servo motion control and safety software, alongside electrical schematics and technical documentation. You will take projects from concept and design through programming, testing and commissioning, working closely with mechanical engineers, customers and suppliers. The position also involves fault-finding, upgrades and occasional UK and international travel to support commissioning and training.

The ideal candidate will have a manufacturing background, strong Siemens PLC programming skills and hands-on experience with motion control and HMI development. An electrical bias is essential, with exposure to Mitsubishi systems advantageous. Experience working within an in-house machinery design and build environment would be particularly well suited.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established manufacturer in a varied R&D position, where you can see your ideas progress from initial concept through to working machinery used by customers worldwide.

The Role:

• Develop PLC, HMI, multi-axis servo motion control and safety software for bespoke machinery.
• Produce electrical schematics and supporting technical documentation.
• Deliver projects through design, programming, testing, commissioning and training.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, suppliers and customers to develop and improve control systems.
• Carry out fault-finding, upgrades and remote technical support.
• Investigate and integrate new technologies into machinery designs.
• Based in Adlington, with UK and international travel as required.

The Person:

• Control Systems Engineer with a manufacturing background and strong electrical knowledge.
• Strong Siemens PLC programming experience.
• Experience with multi-axis servo motion control and HMI development.
• Ideally experienced within an in-house machine manufacturing or machinery design and build environment.
• Exposure to Mitsubishi control systems would be advantageous.
• Understanding of machinery safety and functional safety requirements.
• Relevant Degree, HNC or HND in electrical engineering, control systems or a related discipline.
• Able to commute to Adlington and travel when required.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.