Junior Controls Engineer in Northampton - Rise10 Recruitment

Control Systems Engineer

North Northamptonshire

Full-time, Permanent

£45,000 - £55,000

Rise10 are working with a well-established provider of system integration and automation support services, seeking an enthusiastic Control Systems Engineer to join their team. With a strong presence in the food, manufacturing sector, our client is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and fostering professional growth within their team.

Are you a PLC Programmer who enjoys full project lifecycle involvement- design, coding, testing and commissioning?

If you have 3+ years of experience in programming PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems, as well as experience in InTouch and Ignition SCADA then we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• PLC, HMI & SCADA Programming – Develop and configure PLC, HMI, and SCADA software to meet project requirements, primarily using Siemens, Rockwell, and Mitsubishi systems.
• Control System Design & Integration – Design and implement automation solutions, ensuring seamless integration with industrial control systems.
• Industrial Networking – Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication protocols such as Profibus, Profinet, and Ethernet/IP.
• Functional Safety & Process Control – Design and implement safety systems while adhering to relevant process safety standards.
• Technical Documentation – Write functional design specifications, project documentation, and system reports.
• On-Site Commissioning & Troubleshooting – Install, test, and optimise control systems, ensuring reliable performance and minimal downtime.
• Client Communication & Project Management – Work closely with clients to understand requirements, provide engineering proposals, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Continuous Improvement & Business Development – Identify opportunities for process optimisation and new business growth through innovative automation solutions.

Required Skills & Experience:

• A strong understanding of industrial networks (Profibus, Profinet, etc.)
• Experience in electrical schematics, and control panel design
• Familiarity with functional safety and process safety systems is preferred
• The ability to write detailed functional design specifications
• Hands-on experience with on-site commissioning and troubleshooting of industrial automation systems to ensure seamless integration and performance

Benefits:

• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid overtime, TOL, and expenses
• Team-building events

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and join an innovative team in system integration and automation!