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Senior Control Systems Engineer
Russell Taylor Group Ltd
Widnes
Hybrid
Senior
£45,000 - £55,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Widnes - Hybrid (2 days from home)

Are you a Control Systems Engineer who enjoys taking a project from concept through to commissioning?
Do you have strong PLC experience and a practical, hands-on approach?
Would you like to work on energy sector projects with real technical responsibility?

What’s in it for you?
55,000 basic salary
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Hybrid working - 2 days from home
37.5-hour week with flexitime
5% pension

What will you be doing?
Delivering full project lifecycle control systems engineering, from initial concept to final handover
Designing both hardware and software for control systems
Programming PLCs (ideally Siemens)
Producing control panel and electrical designs
Supporting on-site commissioning and client handover
Providing practical, robust control solutions within the energy sector

Where you’ll be doing it?
You’ll be joining a system integration specialist based in Widnes, focused on delivering control systems projects across the energy sector. The business supports clients from early design through to installation and commissioning, with engineers involved at every stage of the project lifecycle.

What you’ll need:
Proven experience as a Control Systems Engineer within a project environment
Strong PLC programming skills (Siemens preferred)
Experience with control panel and electrical design
Full project lifecycle experience
Experience commissioning systems on site
A practical, hands-on approach to problem solving

We appreciate your CV may not be up to date. No problem, just apply and we can deal with that later.

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Multi-Skills Maintenance Engineer
Acorn by Synergie
Multiple locations
In office
Mid - Senior
£22,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Knowsley, Liverpool | Competitive Salary | Nights 10pm-6am | Monday-Friday | Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie are searching for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our client, a well-established manufacturing business based in Knowsley, Liverpool, on a permanent night shift basis. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the role supports the efficient operation of the factory by delivering effective electrical and mechanical maintenance, ensuring plant reliability and consistent achievement of business targets in line with the planned maintenance programme.

Key Duties

  • Carry out routine physical and visual inspections of site machinery.
  • Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks as issued by the Engineering Manager.
  • Respond promptly to machine breakdowns, diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electrical faults.
  • Complete repairs, upgrades, and new equipment installations across the site.
  • Minimise equipment downtime through effective fault-finding and proactive maintenance.
  • Conduct system checks to ensure safe and reliable operation.
  • Carry out all duties safely, in full compliance with company Health & Safety and Hygiene policies.
  • Work closely with subcontractors, ensuring permits, risk assessments, and method statements are in place and followed.
  • Liaise with site supervisors and senior management in the absence of the Engineering Manager.
  • Provide accurate information and regular progress updates to management as required.

Requirements

  • Time-served Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer with strong 50/50 mechanical and electrical skill set.
  • Recognised engineering apprenticeship and ONC qualification or higher.
  • Solid understanding of electrical regulations, including 17th or 18th Edition certification.
  • Proven PLC fault-finding and diagnostic experience.
  • Hands-on experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, and steam boilers in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

What We Offer

  • Permanent night shift role.
  • Competitive salary.
  • Monday-Friday working pattern.

Interested?

Apply now to join a skilled engineering team and advance your career.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Eko Talent
Multiple locations
In office
Junior - Mid
£50,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

£50,000 + Company Benefits + Overtime

* Increased Salary with Service

* Enhanced Overtime Rates

A leading manufacturer is seeking skilled Maintenance Engineers to join its Electrical Engineering team, offering an exciting opportunity within a forward-thinking organisation.

The main responsibilities of the Electrical Maintenance Engineer will include.

* Provide electrical maintenance support across all production operations to ensure maximum equipment uptime.

* Maintain, fault-find, and repair a range of automated manufacturing equipment, including robotics, conveyor systems, and associated mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

* Diagnose and resolve PLC-related faults to minimise production downtime.

* Proactively identify and implement improvements to enhance equipment reliability, product quality, operational efficiency, and safety.

* Support production teams with machine breakdowns, changeovers, and setups, delivering operator guidance and training where required.

If you are interested in this Electrical Maintenance Engineer role, please submit an up-to-date CV through this advert or call the Eko Talent on (phone number removed)

Senior Control Engineer
Russell Taylor Group Ltd
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Senior
£60,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Hybrid - 2 days working from home

Are you an experienced Control Engineer ready to take technical ownership of complex projects?
Do you enjoy leading from the front while remaining hands-on with PLC and SCADA development?
Are you looking for a role where your decisions shape standards, safety and delivery?

What’s in it for you?
£50,000 - £60,000 salary
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
5% pension contribution
Private healthcare
Death in service benefit
2 days working from home
Option to purchase up to 5 additional holidays
Employee assistance programme
Overtime available

What will you be doing?
Taking technical responsibility for complex control system projects from design through to commissioning
Acting as Lead Engineer on allocated projects, setting technical direction and ensuring quality standards are met
Overseeing and supporting engineers, reviewing designs and resolving technical challenges
Translating user requirements into robust PLC, SCADA and HMI solutions
Defining system architectures, network design and control philosophies
Carrying out detailed software design, configuration and testing
Leading FAT activities and supporting SAT and on-site commissioning
Working closely with Project Managers to manage risk, programme and technical scope

Where will you be doing it?
You’ll be joining a long-established engineering organisation delivering essential infrastructure projects across the UK. The business supports clients in safeguarding water supplies, improving environmental performance and extending the life of critical assets.

Working within a multidisciplinary design and build environment, you’ll contribute to projects across water, power, energy, pharmaceutical, nuclear, and food and beverage sectors. The focus is on safe delivery, technical integrity and long-term client partnerships.

What you’ll need:
Significant experience in PLC and HMI software development using at least two platforms (e.g. Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi or Schneider)
Strong SCADA development and integration experience
Proven experience leading control system projects across the full lifecycle
Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS DP/PA and Modbus TCP/IP
Experience integrating Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) and field devices
Strong knowledge of electrical safety standards and safe systems of work
Ability to review, challenge and approve technical designs
Confident in mentoring and guiding junior engineers

We appreciate your CV may not be up to date. No problem, just apply and we can deal with that later.

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Software Engineer
Chroma Recruitment Ltd
Ellesmere Port
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Chroma are working with a nationally recognised engineering services provider who are searching for aControl Systems Software Engineerto join their team due to investments increasing the scale of their projects.

We’re looking for a versatile and experienced Control Systems Software Engineer who is highly skilled in the design and coding of PLC software. Your role will involve designing, developing, and maintaining new control systems as well as reworking the existing code.

Control Systems Software EngineerRequirements:

  • HNC/D or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computing (or related field)
  • Extensive PLC programming experience
  • Communication Network experience
  • HMI/SCADA

Interested?
If you have theskills and experiencefor this Control Systems Software Engineer role, apply now with an up-to-dateCV, or contactLuke Adamsonfor more details.
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Pressurisation and Booster Set Engineer (Workshop Based)
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Saint Helens
In office
Junior - Mid
£45,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Pressurisation and Booster Set Engineer (Static Workshop Based)

£40,000 - £48,000 + Static Monday - Friday Days Based Role + Training + Progression

St Helens

Do you have a background in Pumps/Booster sets/Pressure units or similar and looking to step away from the field n to a days based workshop role?

Do you want to join a business with personal development opportunities, with access to overtime if wanted?

On offer is the chance to join an employee-centred company with proven record of internal promotion. This company manufacture install and service submersible fluid pumps to a range of commercial clients in a patch around the Northwest, currently expanding into more industries.

This role would suit someone with a background in Pumps /Booster sets/Pressure units looking to step into a new position with a company that is offering static, days based Monday to Friday role with access to overtime if wanted.

The Role

  • Servicing and maintaining pumps and booster sets
  • Service and repair to warranty standard
  • Workshop based Monday - Friday
  • Days based

The Person

  • Pumps/Plumbing/Booster sets/Pressure units background
  • Commutable to St Helens
  • Electrical NVQ or City and Guilds or similar

Reference: BBBH23957

Keywords: Pump Engineer, Plumber, Field Service Engineer, Pressure unit, Booster Set, Electrical, Pressure, Pressurisation Unit,

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.

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Software, Controls & Automation Engineering Coordinator
Premier Foods
Wirral
In office
Mid - Senior
£52,500
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Location: Moreton, Wirral, CH46 1PR

Salary: £52,500 per annum

Hours: Days (08:30 - 17:00) with flexibility for plant start-ups and on-call support
About the Role

Join Premier Foods and help us power automation excellence across our Moreton site, the home of the Cadbury Mini Roll. We’re looking for a Software Controls & Automation Coordinator to lead PLC and software management, fault finding, and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a key role driving automation capability and supporting our engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as site lead for PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems, ensuring robust software management and change control.

• Champion continuous improvement and reliability across automated systems.

• Manage software updates, modifications, and compliance with safety standards.

• Deliver in-house training to upskill engineers on PLC and software processes.

• Support CAPEX projects and liaise with system integrators.

• Provide weekday on-call support (Mon-Thu, 5-10pm).

What We’re Looking For

• HND or Engineering Degree (Mechatronic/Robotic/Software/Engineering) or equivalent experience.

• Minimum 3 years’ front-line controls experience.

• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens PLCs, SCADA/HMI platforms.

• Software writing experience and knowledge of industrial networks (Profibus, ProfiNet, Ethernet).

• Strong problem-solving skills, self-starter attitude, and flexibility.

Why Join Us?

At Premier Foods, we foster a people-first culture that values well-being, individuality, and continuous growth. You’ll work in a warm, inclusive environment where your expertise drives meaningful change. We offer:

• A salary of £52,500 per annum with benefits package.

• Opportunities for learning and career development.

• A supportive culture that encourages innovation and collaboration.

• The chance to contribute to iconic brands loved across the UK.

A great British food company

Premier Foods is one of Britain’s biggest listed food companies, employing over4,000 colleagues at 13 manufacturingsites and offices up and down the country.

Many of our brands have been part of UK lifefor more than a century and you’ll find them in 90% of British households.

At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticityandindividuality.We aim to ensure all existingand futurecolleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to workno matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in.Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.

Lift Engineer Apprentice, Service - Barrow In Furness
Otis- Graduates
Liverpool
In office
Graduate - Junior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Date Posted:
2026-01-22
Country:
United Kingdom
Location:
Otis Liverpool, Unit 1E & H, Wavertree Technology Park, Wavertree Boulevard South Liverpool, L7 9PF, UK.
Join OTIS - Moving People, Moving the World

No one moves people like we do! Every day, we transport 2 billion people and maintain over 2.2 million customer units worldwide. You’ll find our work in some of the world’s most iconic buildings, including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, and Burj Khalifa.

This is your chance to join an industry that remains strong even during economic challenges-and learn from the best.

Ready to get started?

What Can You Expect?

At OTIS, we offer one of the most comprehensive apprenticeship schemes in the lift industry.

As an Engineer Apprentice, you’ll work within a supportive team, combining hands-on experience with classroom-based learning to achieve an NVQ Level 3 qualification-essential for a career as a Lift and Escalator Engineer.

Your training will be fully supported by OTIS and our trusted apprenticeship provider.

Once qualified as a Service Lift Engineer, you’ll manage a regular route, performing routine service visits and repairs. You’ll diagnose electrical and mechanical issues and keep customers informed about the status of their equipment.

Who Are We Looking For?

We’re seeking aspiring engineers with strong communication skills, a collaborative approach, and a proactive mindset. You should demonstrate:

  • 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/Grade 4 or above, including Maths, English, and a STEM subject
  • A willingness to attend and complete all required training throughout the apprenticeship
  • You will require your own laptop

Salary

  • Year 1: £16,416
  • Year 2: £21,888
  • Year 3: £30,096

Want to learn more? Click Here Otis Apprenticeship Programme !

At OTIS, we’re committed to the ongoing development of every team member. We strongly support career progression and foster a culture that encourages innovation-because we know our people are the key to our success.

If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.

Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry’s largest Service portfolio.

You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.

When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.

We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.

Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people - passengers, customers, and colleagues - at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes - prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here .

Mechatronics Engineer
WALLACE HIND SELECTION LIMITED
Multiple locations
In office
Mid
£35,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

You’re not just designing control systems, you’re engineering the automation that keeps modern manufacturing moving. Based on site in Wrexham, this is an opportunity to design, develop and implement innovative industrial control and automation solutions within a forward-thinking engineering environment. If you enjoy ownership, problem-solving, and delivering high-quality engineered solutions, this role puts you at the centre of it.

BASIC SALARY: Up to £39,000

BENEFITS:
· Early finish on Fridays - circa 20 Fridays off per year
· Enhanced employer pension contributions
· Reduced gym memberships
· Health cashback scheme
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Subsidised on-site canteen

LOCATION: This role is based on site in Wrexham

COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Chester, Deeside, Oswestry, Ellesmere, Whitchurch, Crewe, Shrewsbury, Mold, Rhyl, Market Drayton, Nantwich, Runcorn, Liverpool

JOB DESCRIPTION: Mechatronic Engineer - Industrial Automation, Manufacturing

As our Mechatronic Engineer, you’ll design, develop and implement electrical control systems and automation solutions within an industrial environment. Working on site in Wrexham, you’ll be responsible for control panel design, PLC/HMI development, system integration, and technical documentation, ensuring solutions are compliant, efficient, and delivered to high engineering standards.

This role combines electrical design, automation programming, and hands-on technical problem-solving within a collaborative project environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Mechatronic Engineer - Industrial Automation, Manufacturing

· Design and develop electrical control systems, control panels, and industrial schematics
· Develop, configure and test PLC and HMI applications (Keyence, Omron, Beckhoff or similar)
· Integrate sensors, actuators, drives, motion systems and industrial networks into complete automation systems
· Produce technical drawings, schematics, BOMs and supporting documentation using CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN)
· Support commissioning, troubleshooting and system optimisation activities
· Contribute to project planning, design reviews and delivery schedules
· Ensure all designs meet relevant electrical standards and safety requirements

PERSON SPECIFICATION: Mechatronic Engineer - Industrial Automation, Manufacturing

To be successful in your application, you’ll need strong technical grounding in electrical and control systems engineering within an industrial or automation environment. You’ll enjoy working across multiple projects and taking ownership of delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

You will be able to demonstrate experience with:
· Electrical control system design and control panel development
· PLC programming and HMI development (Keyence, Omron, Beckhoff or similar)
· Industrial automation systems, sensors, actuators and safety circuits
· Industrial communication networks (e.g. Ethernet/IP)
· CAD tools such as AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN
· Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related discipline is required.

You’ll also bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

THE COMPANY:

We manufacture top of the range products from office printers, to industrial machining centres. We have won awards for our carbon neutral recycling facilities in Europe. We invest in our staff and promote growth within our business.

PROSPECTS:

As an international business, we offer the opportunity to work across the globe and support progression within the company.

It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Mechatronic Engineer, Electrical Design Engineer, Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, PLC Engineer, Industrial Automation Engineer, Special Purpose Machinery, Manufacturing Automation, Control Panel Design, PLC programming (Keyence, Omron, Beckhoff), HMI development, industrial networks (Ethernet/IP), sensors, actuators, drives, motion systems, AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN.

INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.

Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.

Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client.

REF: SM18403, Wallace Hind Selection

EC&I Engineer
Engineering
Warrington
In office
Mid - Senior
£55,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Overview

We’re seeking an experienced EC&I Engineer to join a forward-thinking engineering team working across complex industrial projects. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in multidisciplinary environments and enjoys taking ownership of electrical, control, and instrumentation engineering activities from concept through to commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design & Specification Produce detailed EC&I designs, technical specifications, and engineering documentation for new installations and system upgrades.
  • Project Delivery Support full project lifecycle activities including design reviews, procurement, FAT/SAT, installation, and commissioning.
  • Control Systems Develop and review control philosophies, PLC/SCADA architectures, and system integration requirements.
  • Instrumentation Selection Specify field instrumentation, sensors, and control devices appropriate for process and environmental conditions.
  • Compliance & Standards Ensure all designs meet relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and internal quality procedures.
  • Stakeholder Coordination Work closely with mechanical, process, and project teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions.
  • Site Support Provide technical support during installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and handover.

Skills & Experience

  • Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Strong understanding of PLC/SCADA systems and industrial automation.
  • Experience with instrumentation selection, calibration, and loop checking.
  • Knowledge of functional safety and relevant standards (e.g., IEC 61508/61511).
  • Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation and drawings.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Desirable

  • Experience in sectors such as energy, manufacturing, water, pharma, or process industries.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, EPLAN, or similar design tools.
  • Knowledge of ATEX / hazardous area compliance.

What This Role Offers

  • Opportunity to work on technically challenging, high-impact engineering projects.
  • Professional development and exposure to cutting-edge automation technologies.
  • A collaborative environment with strong engineering support.

What you need to do now
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Maintenance Engineer
Gap Technical Ltd
Wrexham
In office
Mid
£45,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

£40,000 - £45,000

Wrexham

2x Shift (Earlies/Lates)

gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Maintenance Engineer / Technician to work at their facility based near Wrexham

Performance Objectives

  • You will be the engineering expert for automatic vision inspection, labelling and deep-draw blister packaging for containers, which will be presented in glass ampoules, vials and cartridges.
  • Duties will include end of day and end of batch strip downs of equipment to facilitate cleaning, rebuilds after cleaning and adjustments to ensure that inspection and packaging activities run smoothly and meet the output requirements of the busy manufacturing environment.
  • Preventative Maintenance is also a key duty with all PM being performed in accordance with site procedures.
  • You will be able to work on your own or as part of the Inspection & Packing team in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). This is a position for a dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic engineer with strong mechanical knowledge.
  • Electro-mechanical experience is desirable but not essential. Training will be delivered by current Inspection & Packing Engineers under the current training programme.

Person Specification

  • Experienced in providing engineering support in an Inspection & Packing department.
  • You will hold a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship/HND/HNC/degree in an engineering discipline.
  • You will be competent in working alone or as part of a team and have excellent diagnostic, rectification and communication skills.
  • A thorough understanding of pharmaceutical engineering and regulatory requirements in essential.

Apply

Please send your CV via the Apply now option on the website

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This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency.

gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.

Closing Date: 24/03/2026

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Controls Engineer
Samuel Frank
Runcorn
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£65,000

Controls Engineer Cheshire - Permanent - £50-65k + car allowance + hybrid working + bonus

+++Wide variety of sectors & types of projects, defined career path, company is an innovator, embraces new technologies, superb/modern office space+++

Samuel Frank is recruiting for a Controls Engineer to join a rapidly growing Cheshire based systems integrator. As a Controls Engineer youll be working on a wide range of projects, including but not limited to heavy industry, marine applications, manufacturing, energy storage and distribution or metal processing plants.

Key aspects of the Controls Engineer position include;

  • Software design, including Software Design Specifications and production of software deliverables for PLC, HMI, SCADA, robots or variable speed drives
  • Electrical / controls concept design including Functional Design Specification, Safety Requirements Specification, Single Line Diagrams, Network Topology, Device Layout, Cause & Effect Matrix, Safety Block Diagram etc.
  • Conduct FATs and SATs
  • Control Engineers who are Certified Machine Safety Engineers (CMSE) or TUV Functional Safety accredited will be considered favourably not essential
  • Role is hybrid, so when youre not working on customer sites the expectation is that youre in the office on Mondays, Wednesdays and another day of your choice and the remaining two days are home-based.
  • When youre in the office youll be working in modern, high specification workspace.
  • Role wont involve extended periods on site. The company has a commissioning and installation team that picks up the heavy lifting in terms of site work. For example, the Controls Engineer might expect to be on site for 2-3 weeks at the end of a job where theyve been home and office based for 6 months.
  • Company promotes from within and has a clear career progression path for Controls Engineers joining the team
  • Theyre innovators, the company push the boundaries of whats possible with existing and new technologies.

The Controls Engineer position is commutable from the following places in and around the North West / Cheshire area including Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, Wigan, St Helens, Warrington, Runcorn, Ellesmere Port, Stockport, Bolton, Heywood, Rochdale, Birkenhead, Widnes, Knutsford, Skelmersdale or Wigan.

Senior Mechatronics Engineer
WALLACE HIND SELECTION LIMITED
Multiple locations
In office
Senior
£60,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Based on site near Wrexham, this is an opportunity to design, develop and implement innovative industrial control and automation solutions within a forward-thinking engineering environment. We are a well recognised brand who are constantly innovating and progressing and we want you to be a part of our endless pursuit of perfection!

BASIC SALARY: £50,000-£60,000

BENEFITS:
· Circa 20 Fridays off per year (in addition to holiday allowance)
· Enhanced employer pension contributions
· Reduced gym memberships
· Health cashback scheme
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Subsidised on-site canteen

LOCATION: This role is based on site in Wrexham

COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Chester, Deeside, Oswestry, Ellesmere, Whitchurch, Crewe, Shrewsbury, Mold, Rhyl, Market Drayton, Nantwich, Runcorn, Liverpool

JOB DESCRIPTION: Mechatronic Engineer - Industrial Automation, Manufacturing

As our Mechatronic Engineer, you’ll design, develop and implement electrical control systems and automation solutions within an industrial environment. Working on site in Wrexham, you’ll be responsible for control panel design, PLC/HMI development, system integration, and technical documentation, ensuring solutions are compliant, efficient, and delivered to high engineering standards.

This role combines electrical design, automation programming, and hands-on technical problem-solving within a collaborative project environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Senior Mechatronic Engineer - Industrial Automation, Manufacturing

· Design and develop electrical control systems, control panels, and industrial schematics
· Develop, configure and test PLC and HMI applications (Keyence, Omron, Beckhoff or similar)
· Integrate sensors, actuators, drives, motion systems and industrial networks into complete automation systems
· Produce technical drawings, schematics, BOMs and supporting documentation using CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN)
· Support commissioning, troubleshooting and system optimisation activities
· Contribute to project planning, design reviews and delivery schedules
· Ensure all designs meet relevant electrical standards and safety requirements

PERSON SPECIFICATION: Senior Mechatronic Engineer - Industrial Automation, Manufacturing

To be successful in your application, you’ll need strong technical grounding in electrical and control systems engineering within an industrial or automation environment. You’ll enjoy working across multiple projects and taking ownership of delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

You will be able to demonstrate experience with:
· Electrical control system design and control panel development
· PLC programming and HMI development (Keyence, Omron, Beckhoff or similar)
· Industrial automation systems, sensors, actuators and safety circuits
· Industrial communication networks (e.g. Ethernet/IP)
· CAD tools such as AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN
· Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related discipline is required.

You’ll also bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

THE COMPANY:

We manufacture top of the range products from office printers, to industrial machining centres. We have won awards for our carbon neutral recycling facilities in Europe. We invest in our staff and promote growth within our business.

PROSPECTS:

As an international business, we offer the opportunity to work across the globe and support progression within the company.

It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Mechatronic Engineer, Electrical Design Engineer, Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, PLC Engineer, Industrial Automation Engineer, Special Purpose Machinery, Manufacturing Automation, Control Panel Design, PLC programming (Keyence, Omron, Beckhoff), HMI development, industrial networks (Ethernet/IP), sensors, actuators, drives, motion systems, AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN.

INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.

Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.

Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client.

REF: MT18411, Wallace Hind Selection

Automatic Door Engineer
Talent Finder
Liverpool
In office
Mid - Senior
£50,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Liverpool & Warrington | 45 Hours per Week + Overtime | £35,100£51,480 per annum

Are you an experienced Automatic Door Engineer looking for strong earning potential, proper support, and clear progression?

Our client is a well-established independent specialist in automatic and manual door systems, delivering installation, maintenance and repair services across England and Wales. With a strong reputation for quality and reliability, theyre now expanding their engineering team.

This is a field-based role covering England and Wales, attending client sites across the regions.

What can you expect in return?

  • 4 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
  • Paid birthday leave
  • Overtime and overnight stays available
  • Company pension scheme
  • Bonus scheme for securing new customers
  • Company health insurance (after 1 years service), including 24/7 GP access, discounted gym memberships and discounts at supermarkets, restaurants, clothing retailers and more
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Company van and tools provided
  • Paid training for qualifications and certifications
  • Clear pay progression structure

Are you the right person for the role?

Essential:

  • Minimum 3 years experience as an Automatic Door Engineer
  • Qualified to BS EN16005 and BS 7036 standards
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Strong mechanical and electrical skills (including installation and 18th Edition wiring regulations desirable)
  • CSCS card
  • Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and technical skills for installing, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of automatic and manual door systems
  • Knowledge of safety regulations and health & safety practices (including working at height, manual handling, asbestos awareness)
  • Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently and proactively
  • Willingness to travel and work at various client sites, including overnight stays if required
  • Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check for safeguarded sites

Desirable:

  • Experience with Record, Geze, Assa Abloy, Dorma, Kone, or Label systems
  • SPA Forecourt qualification
  • Working knowledge of planned maintenance and repair of automatic and manual doors, stand-alone access control systems, panic hardware, floor springs, door closers, and locks
  • Commitment to continuous professional development

What will your role look like?

  • Installation & Commissioning: Fit and commission automatic door systems to specification, testing for correct operation and compliance
  • Maintenance & Repairs: Conduct routine inspections, diagnose faults, and carry out effective repairs
  • Customer Support: Advise clients on operation and maintenance, respond to enquiries professionally
  • Compliance & Safety: Follow all health, safety, and industry standards; stay up to date with regulations and best practices
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate service records, produce reports for clients and internal teams
  • Training: Guide clients and colleagues on the correct use and upkeep of systems

Whats next?

Its simple click APPLY today. We look forward to hearing from you!

Lead Control System Engineer
Morson Edge
Warrington
Hybrid
Senior
Private salary
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Title: Lead Control Systems Engineer
Location: Warrington (Hybrid)
Job Type: Permanent

About the Role
Across the UK’s essential infrastructure, there is an ongoing need not only to maintain assets, but to renew and reimagine them for the future. This is an opportunity to grow your career while helping deliver vital infrastructure services in a safety-first, client-focused and collaborative environment.

Working within a leading multidisciplinary engineering and infrastructure organisation, you’ll play a key role in delivering next-generation, value-added solutions across sectors including water, power & energy, pharmaceutical, nuclear, and food & beverage.

What You’ll Be Doing
As a Lead Control Systems Engineer, you will work on complex control system projects and take responsibility for leading engineering delivery. You’ll collaborate closely with project teams to ensure milestones are met and high-quality solutions are delivered.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and managing the workload and progress of the control systems team
  • Translating user requirements and existing software into efficient, modern control systems
  • PLC and SCADA configuration, including development of HMI logic
  • Bench testing software in a hybrid working environment (office and home)
  • Supporting on-site commissioning and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), working directly with stakeholders to ensure successful system go-live
  • Supporting the full lifecycle of control system projects from concept through to delivery

What You’ll Bring

  • Strong experience in PLC & HMI software development using at least two platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, or Schneider)
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS DP/PA, and Modbus TCP/IP
  • Hands-on experience with SCADA systems
  • Experience working with Variable Speed Drives (VSDs)
  • Strong knowledge of electrical safety and safe working practices
  • A proactive approach to health and safety, leading by example
  • Experience delivering complex or site-wide integrations and leading engineering teams

What’s in It for You
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally:

Core Benefits

  • Company pension scheme
  • Death in service benefit
  • Hybrid working
  • Option to purchase up to 5 additional days annual leave
  • Employee assistance programme
  • High street and online retail discounts

Additional Benefits for This Role

  • Private healthcare
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Employee referral bonus scheme

About the Organisation
Our client is committed to being an employer of choice, attracting diverse and talented individuals who want to make a difference. They actively support inclusion, career development, and ongoing professional training, offering recognised programmes and development opportunities at every career stage.
This is an exciting time to join a business at the forefront of delivering essential infrastructure services for life.

NC Programmer - Night Shift
Lorien
Chester
In office
Mid
£28/hour - £37/hour
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Location: Broughton, FlintshirePay Rate

  • £27.75 per hour PAYE
  • £36.70 per hour Umbrella

Contract Details

  • Contract role - inside IR35
  • Long-term opportunity, likely to be extended
  • Night shift working pattern

Shift Pattern

  • 12-hour night shifts (7pm-7am)
  • 3 days on / 4 days off
  • 38% night shift uplift
  • Paid overtime available over 35 hours (premium rates apply)

The Opportunity

Carbon60 are looking for an experienced NC Programmer to join their client’s high-profile Manufacturing Engineering team within a fast-paced aerospace production environment. Working on night shift as part of a lineside support team, you will play a key role in supporting production, resolving technical issues, and driving continuous improvement across machining operations.

This role is ideal for a Manufacturing Engineer or NC Programmer who enjoys hands-on problem solving in a live production environment and thrives in a collaborative, engineering-led setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide lineside support within a manufacturing station environment
  • Define and develop NC programs in line with Engineering and Manufacturing specifications
  • Support the specification of jigs and tooling, including numerical simulations
  • Validate, optimise and test NC programs prior to release
  • Integrate NC programs via DNC systems or directly on machines
  • Support demonstration tests alongside Production, Quality and Work Preparation teams
  • Produce supporting technical documentation including instruction sheets and simulations
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and longer-term efficiency projects

About You

  • Minimum NVQ Level 4 / HNC (or equivalent)
  • Background in Manufacturing Engineering or NC Programming
  • Experience working in a production or shop-floor support environment
  • Previous experience using CATIA and SAP is highly desirable
  • Understanding of aircraft or complex assembly build philosophy is advantageous
  • Comfortable working night shifts in a fast-paced manufacturing setting

Apply

If you are an experienced NC Programmer looking for a well-paid nightshift contract within an aircraft manufacturing environment, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a consultant will be in touch.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Control System Engineer
Morson Edge
Warrington
Hybrid
Mid
Private salary
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Title: Control Systems Engineer
Location: Warrington (Hybrid)
Job Type: Permanent

About the Role
Across the UK’s essential infrastructure, there is an ongoing need not only to maintain assets, but to renew and reimagine them for the future. This is an opportunity to grow your career while helping deliver vital infrastructure services in a safety-first, client-focused and collaborative environment.

Working within a leading multidisciplinary engineering and infrastructure organisation, you’ll play a key role in delivering next-generation, value-added solutions across sectors including water, power & energy, pharmaceutical, nuclear, and food & beverage.

What You’ll Be Doing
As a Control Systems Engineer, you’ll work on complex control system projects and support the successful delivery of engineering solutions. You’ll collaborate closely with Project Managers and Lead Engineers to meet project milestones and deliver high-quality outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting the delivery of complex control systems projects
  • Managing your workload and contributing to team progress alongside the Project Manager and Lead Engineer
  • Translating user requirements and existing software into efficient, modern control systems
  • PLC and SCADA configuration, including development of HMI logic
  • Bench testing software in a hybrid working environment (office and home)
  • Supporting on-site commissioning and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), working directly with stakeholders to ensure successful system go-live

What You’ll Bring

  • Experience in PLC & HMI software development using at least two platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, or Schneider)
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS DP/PA, and Modbus TCP/IP
  • Hands-on experience with SCADA systems
  • Experience working with Variable Speed Drives (VSDs)
  • Strong knowledge of electrical safety and safe working practices
  • A proactive approach to health and safety and delivering quality engineering work

What’s in It for You
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally:

Core Benefits

  • Company pension scheme
  • Death in service benefit
  • Hybrid working
  • Option to purchase up to 5 additional days annual leave
  • Employee assistance programme
  • High street and online retail discounts
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional Benefits for This Role

  • Private healthcare
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Employee referral bonus scheme

About the Organisation
Our client is committed to being an employer of choice, attracting diverse and talented individuals who want to make a difference. They actively support inclusion, career development, and ongoing professional training, offering recognised programmes and development opportunities at every career stage.
This is an exciting time to join a business at the forefront of delivering essential infrastructure services for life.

Embedded Software Engineer
Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
Merseyside
In office
Junior - Mid
£38,000 - £50,000

Wrexham Permanent Excellent Salary + Benefits

Are you ready to work on software that powers real-world products? Whether you re an experienced Embedded Engineer or at the beginning of your career, this is an opportunity to join a highly regarded engineering team developing transmission control software for cutting-edge gearboxes. Based in scenic North Wales, this role offers more than just technical challenge, it offers the chance to see your work go from concept to production and out into the world.

Why Join?

This is a team where you won t be siloed. With a lean team structure, you ll gain exposure to multiple aspects of projects, from embedded software development to machine testing and even test equipment manufacture. The variety keeps things interesting, and the impact of your work is visible. You ll be part of a forward-thinking engineering environment that values continuous improvement and innovation. It s a place where your ideas are welcomed, and your development is supported.

What You ll Be Doing

  • Designing and developing transmission control software in Embedded C
  • Translating functional requirements into high-level and low-level software designs
  • Working within a structured V-model development process
  • Creating V&V test cases and automated validation scripts (Python or VTest Studio)
  • Debugging and fault-finding across both hardware and software
  • Collaborating closely with a dedicated, multi-disciplinary engineering team

What We re Looking For

  • Degree in Software Engineering or a STEM subject (HND/HNC considered with relevant experience)
  • Experience within an embedded systems environment
  • Strong C or C++ programming skills
  • Experience developing applications for control systems
  • Familiarity with structured development processes and SCM tools
  • Strong communication skills
  • Experience with Vector tools (CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape) or Atlassian suite is advantageous

Based near Wrexham in picturesque North Wales, you ll enjoy a strong work-life balance alongside meaningful, technically challenging work.

If you’re looking for a role where you can develop innovative embedded software, see products through to production, and work in a collaborative, improvement-driven environment, we d love to hear from you.

Apply today to help shape the future of transmission technology.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Control Systems Engineer
Samuel Frank
Runcorn
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£65,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Control Systems Engineer Cheshire/Near Runcorn System Integrator / Process Control Permanent £50,000 to £65,000

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Control Systems Engineer to join a leading Cheshire based system integrator. This is a permanent role offering excellent career progression, exposure to diverse projects within process control and the chance to work alongside highly skilled Control Systems Engineers in a modern, collaborative environment.

Why apply for this Control Systems Engineer role:

  • Join a growing system integrator with a strong reputation and a full order book.
  • Work on varied control systems engineering projects across multiple sectors including utilities, process, manufacturing and nuclear.
  • Work in a recently refurbished office space and a supportive team of professional Control Systems Engineers.
  • The company has a strong people first culture, so expect regular reviews & personal development plans. This is an environment where team members can make a difference. They have internal communities set up where you can help drive change.
  • Assistance available to help gain Chartered Engineer status.

Key responsibilities for the Control Systems Engineer:

  • Design, configure and develop PLC and SCADA software from scratch.
  • Deliver full project lifecycle from concept through to commissioning.
  • Produce detailed specifications and design documentation.
  • Test and commission systems safely in operational environments.
  • Work on an approximate 85%/15% office-to-site split (regional sites, very occasional overnight staying away)

Requirements for the successful Control Systems Engineer:

  • Strong experience in PLC programming and SCADA development.
  • Proven ability to deliver projects from start to finish.
  • Ideally degree-qualified with 5+ years relevant experience.
  • Previous experience working for a system integrator is highly desirable.
  • UK driving licence and eligibility to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Location & Commute:

The office location is commutable from most of Cheshire, including places such as Manchester, Liverpool, Runcorn, Warrington, Stockport, Widnes, Chester and Northwich.

If youre a Control Systems Engineer looking for a long-term career with a respected System Integrator, apply today!

Control Systems Engineer
Automation Experts Ltd
Warrington
In office
Mid - Senior
£40,000 - £70,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Are you a Control Systems Engineer ready to take on exciting, high-profile projects in the North West?

We re working with a fast-growing, independent automation specialist delivering advanced control solutions to leading names across food and beverage, pharma, utilities, and high-security sectors such as defence, aerospace, and nuclear. Known for embracing complex challenges and driving innovation, they are expanding their team to meet a strong pipeline of upcoming projects.

Control Systems Engineer

£40,000 £70,000 DOE + Pension + Healthcare + Life Assurance

Excellent training & development opportunities.

North West. Ref: 23822

Controls Engineer - The Role:

  • Design, configure and develop PLC systems for a range of industrial automation projects
  • Produce functional design specifications and test documentation (FDS, FAT/SAT)
  • Manage full project life cycles from initial design to on-site commissioning
  • Liaise with clients and subcontractors to ensure seamless delivery.
  • Travel across the UK (c20%) to support commissioning and client interaction.

Controls Engineer - The Person:

  • Solid experience in real-time control systems design and commissioning.
  • Proficient in PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider).
  • Previous experience within a systems integrator environment
  • Comfortable managing documentation and project processes.
  • Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) and a full UK driving licence.

We are keen to see Control Systems Engineers with experience of the following packages:

  • PLC Software Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider
  • HMI/SCADA Software Rockwell FTView ME & SE, AVEVA InTouch & System Platform, Schneider ClearSCADA GEiFIX, Siemens WinCC

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a heritage of over 100 years and a current order book approaching £1Bn. They offer a clear career path, on-going professional training including Chartership and a collaborative working environment.

Preferably you will be degree qualified with background in a similar role. Strong communication skills are needed along with a full UK valid driving licence.

For further information please contact Sharon Hill.

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Senior Electronics Test Engineer
Redline Group Ltd
Widnes
In office
Senior
£30,000 - £38,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cheshire based Senior Electronics Test Engineer to join this leading provider of electronic design and assembly services.

Based at their site in Cheshire they are seeking a Senior Electronics Test Engineer to be responsible for the development of new test procedures and the associated equipment. You will be involved with the test and fault diagnosis of electronic systems across a wide range of products.

This Cheshire based company operate a 4x day working week, Monday to Thursday 7am to 5pm.

Key skills required for the Senior Electronics Test Engineer:

  • Significant hands on experience within an Electronics test environment
  • Experience of using a variety of test equipment
  • Test to component level, assembly, SMT experience
  • Labview experience would be desirable
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

This is a great opportunity for someone to be the lead engineer within the team.

APPLY NOW! Please send your CV to (url removed), or for more information contact Adam on (phone number removed).

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