Progressive

Control Systems Engineer

Company
Location
Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
8/20/2025
Description

🔧 Control Systems Engineer - Complex Automation

📍 Sheffield | 💰 Up to £60,000 + Benefits | 🕒 Flexible Working

Shape the Future, Own the Journey

Take full control of your projects and see your ideas drive real-world automation.

From Concept to Commissioning - It's Yours to Lead

Your technical input matters here, and it helps shape the systems of tomorrow.

🌟 Why You'll Love This Role:

  • Full Lifecycle Ownership - From initial customer requirements and functional design specs, through hardware selection, PLC programming, HMI development, testing, and commissioning.
  • Hands-On Coding - Develop control logic from scratch using Allen Bradley (RSLogix/Studio 5000) and Siemens (TIA Portal/S7) platforms. Experience with structured text, ladder logic, and function block diagrams is key.
  • Hardware Design Input - Collaborate on the design of bespoke control panels, including component selection, wiring schematics, and integration with hydraulic and mechanical systems.
  • Communication Protocols - Work with industrial networks such as EtherNet/IP, PROFIBUS, and Modbus, ensuring seamless integration across systems.
  • Testing & Commissioning - Lead FAT and SAT activities, troubleshoot issues on-site, and ensure systems meet performance and safety standards.
  • Customer-Facing - Engage directly with clients to understand their needs, provide technical guidance, and deliver tailored automation solutions.

🛠️ What You'll Bring:

  • Proven experience in control systems engineering within heavy machinery, industrial automation, or manufacturing environments.
  • Strong PLC programming skills from scratch (Allen Bradley or Siemens preferred).
  • Experience with motion control, safety systems, and integration of sensors/actuators.
  • Excellent communication skills and confidence in customer-facing roles.
  • A proactive mindset and a desire to mentor and lead.

💼 Package & Perks:

  • 💸 Up to £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)
  • 🎁 Generous benefits package
  • 🕐 Hybrid & flexible working options
  • 📍 Sheffield location - city buzz meets countryside calm with the Peak District on your doorstep

Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship.

To find out more about Progressive please visit www.progressiverecruitment.com


Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom| Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

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