Senior Control Systems Engineer

Vinci Group; Billingham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial automation provider in Billingham seeks a Senior Control Systems Engineer. The role involves managing projects and developing automation software using platforms like Siemens PCS 7 and Rockwell PlantPAx. Candidates should have substantial experience in PLC and DCS systems, with a passion for technology and teamwork. The company offers a competitive salary starting from £55,000, a discretionary annual bonus, and a supportive team atmosphere, valuing innovation and continuous growth.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Health shield cash plan + Vitality health insurance

EV car purchase scheme

Pension contributions matched up to 7%

VINCI share scheme

Qualifications

• Strong understanding and experience with major PLC, DCS and SCADA/HMI platforms.
• Experience writing software and engaging with customers to deliver projects.
• Good understanding of industrial networks like Profibus, ProfiNet, and Ethernet.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the whole life cycle of delivering projects.
• Foster relationships with customers, suppliers, and colleagues.
• Produce design and test documentation.
• Develop PLC, DCS, HMI and SCADA software.
• Perform testing with customers.
• Carry out on-site commissioning.
• Compile training manuals and conduct training sessions.

Skills

PLC programming

DCS experience

SCADA/HMI knowledge

Industrial network fault-finding

Project management

Tools

Siemens PCS 7

Rockwell PlantPAx

Job description

Location: Billingham or Worksop
Hours: 37.5hrs per week - Office based
Salary range: From £55,000 (dependent on experience)

Are you ready to level up your career in industrial automation? We're Actemium Automation Teesside – part of the global VINCI Group – and we're looking for a Senior Control Systems Engineer who is passionate about technology, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is ready to make an impact.

What You’ll Do

• Actively participate in the whole life cycle of delivering projects, from start to finish.
• Foster great relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues.
• Produce design and test documentation.
• Develop PLC, DCS, HMI and SCADA software, including platforms such as Siemens PCS 7 and Rockwell PlantPAx.
• Perform testing with customers.
• Carry out on‑site commissioning.
• Compile training manuals and run customer training sessions.

What You Bring

• Strong understanding and experience with major PLC, DCS and SCADA/HMI platforms (e.g., Siemens PCS 7, PlantPAx) and an appetite to learn new technologies.
• Experience writing software and working with customers to deliver projects.
• Good understanding of setting up, commissioning and fault‑finding of industrial networks (Profibus, ProfiNet, Ethernet) preferred.
• Experience working in an engineering environment.
• A desire to lead projects and learn new technologies when required.

Why Join Us?

At Actemium, we believe great people deserve great rewards. Here’s what’s in it for you:

• Salary from £55,000 (depending on experience)
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Health shield cash plan + Vitality health insurance
• EV car purchase scheme
• Pension contributions matched up to 7%
• VINCI share scheme (6 months length of service qualifying period)
• Supportive, dynamic team with strong values

Who We Are

We're Actemium Automation Teesside – one of the UK's leading industrial automation providers. We specialise in:

• Conceptual design and consultancy
• Control system engineering and manufacturing
• Software development
• Full project management

As part of VINCI Energies, a global leader with over 220,000 employees across 120 countries, we offer the stability of a global brand with the agility of a local business.

Ready to Make a Move?

Join a team that values innovation, collaboration and continuous growth. If you're a motivated Senior Control Systems Engineer looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you!