Senior Controls Engineer

Logistex Ltd; Kettering; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Kettering is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to design innovative PLC control solutions and assist in cyber security developments. The role requires expertise in Siemens TIA Portal and Allen Bradley PLC programming. Join a dynamic team that fosters creativity and growth in an inclusive environment. This is a full-time position offering various unique perks.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Profit-sharing opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Option to buy additional annual leave

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Siemens TIA Portal and related systems.
• Experience with VFD control and PLC programming.
• Knowledge of safety standards such as IEC 61131.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop PLC control solutions.
• Assist in developing OT layer cyber security.
• Produce technical documentation and specifications.

Skills

Siemens TIA Portal

Simatic Manager

VFD control

Safety hardware

Barcode readers

Allen Bradley PLC programming

IEC 61131

Education

Degree, HND or HNC in Engineering

Tools

Windows based systems

Job description

Logistex Kettering, England, United Kingdom

Are you passionate about designing and implementing innovative controls systems that drive efficiency and precision? Are you confident in your ability to deal with automation challenges in a fast‑paced environment?

If so, you might be our next Senior Controls Engineer!

Why Join Logistex as a Senior Controls Engineer?

• Company vehicle
• Profit‑sharing opportunities, allowing you to directly benefit from the company's growth
• Cycle to work scheme
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Option to join Private medical insurance

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Controls Engineer:

• To design, plan and develop PLC control solutions
• Assist in the development of OT layer cyber security solutions
• Produce technical documentation, complete specification, costings and time plan for each assigned project
• Write the FDS for projects as required and co‑ordinate with colleagues within Engineering and within Systems to ensure alignment of functionality and interfaces
• Develop PLC software and HMI code for projects and to commission the software on site
• Provide support to other departments, participate in design planning

Qualifications & Experience needed for the Senior Controls Engineer:

• Expert in Siemens TIA Portal, Simatic Manager, Siemens TIA Safety
• Experience of VFD control, Safety hardware, Barcode readers and Allen Bradley PLC programming
• Knowledge of IEC 61131
• Degree, HND or HNC in Engineering and competent in Windows based systems

Do not delay make your application today!

Logistex is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Robotics Engineering, Warehousing and Storage, and Engineering Services