Control System Engineer

SCX Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based engineering company is seeking an EC&I Engineer to support design and development of electrical control and instrumentation systems in diverse sectors. The role involves working within multidisciplinary teams to ensure systems meet safety and regulatory standards. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in PLC/HMI systems, with strong communication skills and a full UK driving licence. This full-time role offers competitive benefits, including a salary sacrifice pension scheme and 25 days of holiday.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Option to buy up to 3 extra holidays

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience with PLC/HMI systems and CAD tools.
• Understanding of control systems and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with relevant standards like BS EN 60204.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing EC&I systems from concept to commissioning.
• Produce and review technical documentation.
• Collaborate with mechanical and safety teams.

Skills

PLC/HMI systems

CAD tools (e.g. AutoCAD Electrical)

Control systems

Instrumentation

Motor control

Strong communication

Documentation skills

Hands-on experience with electrical panels

PLC programming

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Control & Instrumentation

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

X is a UK-based engineering company known for delivering innovative mechanical handling and kinetic architecture solutions across Defence, Aerospace, Nuclear, Sports & Entertainment, and Infrastructure sectors.

Role Overview

As an EC&I Engineer, you’ll support the design, development, and delivery of Electrical, Control & Instrumentation systems for complex engineering projects. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you’ll help ensure systems are safe, reliable, and meet customer and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in designing EC&I systems from concept to commissioning
• Produce and review technical documentation
• Control philosophies and functional design specs
• Collaborate with mechanical and safety teams for integrated designs
• Support installation, testing, and commissioning activities
• Liaise with suppliers and contribute to design reviews
• Provide input to project planning and proposals

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control & Instrumentation, or similar
• Experience with PLC/HMI systems and CAD tools (e.g. AutoCAD Electrical)
• Understanding of control systems, instrumentation, and motor control
• Familiarity with relevant standards (e.g. BS EN 60204, BS 7671)
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Full UK driving licence (travel may be required)
• Experience in regulated sectors (e.g. Nuclear, Defence)
• Knowledge of functional safety standards and tools (e.g. SISTEMA)
• Hands‑on experience with electrical panels and PLC programming
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Option to buy up to 3 extra holidays
• Long service awards

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering Services and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing