Controls Engineer

Join iCOMAT – Revolutionising the Future of Lightweight Manufacturing!

ICOMAT is an advanced manufacturing company with game changing technology that delivers the lightest structures possible for aerospace and automotive, at a scale, rate and cost efficiency that far exceeds existing composite production processes.

We have ensured iCOMAT is made up of people with the drive and imagination to grow a business that will revolutionise the use of composite materials to enable the next generation of lightweight cars, planes and spacecraft.

We build and operate automated factories for composite materials, delivering components to Tier 1 and OEMs. The business has 3 main divisions that focus on the development of automated production machines, development of software design and production tools and lastly the operation of the factory.

Now working with >25 customers (multiple leading OEMs) and earlier this year we completed the largest ever Series A in composites manufacturing (link) to fuel a significant scale-up with growth plans that will see the business multiply in size over the next 2-3 years and expand operations into Europe and the US.

The business currently has facilities in Gloucester UK (Factory 1), Bristol UK (Hardware R&D Centre) and in Athens GR (Software R&D Centre).

As we scale and grow, we’re looking for talented individuals to help us continue driving this transformation. If you're ready to be part of a pioneering team that’s reshaping industries and pushing the boundaries of technology, we want to hear from you!

We are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious Controls Engineer at Graduate or Associate level to join our dynamic team.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated engineer who is interested in a challenging role to join our dynamic and fast-paced technology deployment team. The right candidate must be passionate about developing automation technology, excited to try new ideas and push the boundaries of current technologies.

As an iCOMAT Controls Engineer in the technology deployment team, you will contribute to the development and roll-out of key iCOMAT manufacturing equipment, working towards the first fully automated, ‘lights-out’ composites manufacturing process. You will contribute to the commercialisation of iCOMAT equipment, feeding into the technology stream with applications at our manufacturing facility. You will also be involved in technical support and continuous improvement projects at our manufacturing site and with customer assets.

What will you be doing?

• Own deployment and continuous improvement activities for automated systems, from specification through to build, commission and testing.
• Writing new code for PLC, robotic and SCADA systems.
• Modifying and improving existing code to improve system capability, repeatability and reliability.
• Maintain a well-structured and commented code base.
• Support commissioning activities at sister sites and customer facilities where necessary.
• Bring novel approaches and solutions to the challenges presented by emerging
• automation technologies.

What do we need from you?

• Qualification in Mechatronics, control, automation or a related field of study; o Bachelor/Masters degree with 0 – 3 years of industry experience. Or HNC/HND with minimum 3 years industry experience.
• PLC programming experience is essential (Beckhoff and Siemens preferable).
• Experience with motion control systems, including servo-drives, pneumatics and hydraulics.
• HMI programming experience is desirable.
• Safety PLC programming experience is desirable.
• Experience with robot motion is desirable.
• Electrical design & panel building
• Use of Electrical design drawing/design package such as Eplan.
• Electrical Installation – BS761 18th edition Desirable but not essential.

Standards and Languages:

• IEC 61131-3 essential, IEC 61499 desirable.
• LD, FBD, SFC and ST
• C++, C#, Python, SQL
• ABB RAPID or equivalent is desirable

Why iCOMAT?

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare, pension scheme.
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
• Career Growth Opportunities: Join us at a pivotal time as we scale up, offering unmatched professional growth opportunities in the rapidly advancing field of composite materials.
• Innovation-Focused Culture: We pride ourselves on our inclusive, forward-thinking work environment. Recognized by Bloomberg as a "UK Startup to Watch," iCOMAT celebrates diversity and encourages all applicants, regardless of background, to apply.
• Global Impact: Be a part of our mission to redefine lightweight structures for the automotive, aerospace, and space industries, working with some of the most influential companies worldwide.

Ready to be part of something big? Apply now to learn more and join us on our exciting journey!