Senior Controls Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading automation solutions provider in Northamptonshire is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to design and implement innovative control systems. This role requires expertise in Siemens TIA Portal and PLC programming, with responsibilities including developing software and producing technical documentation. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering and a passion for automation in a dynamic workplace. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

Profit-sharing opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Option to buy additional annual leave

Option to join private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Expertise in Siemens TIA Portal, Simatic Manager, Siemens TIA Safety.
• Experience with VFD control, safety hardware, and barcode readers.
• Knowledge of IEC 61131.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and develop PLC control solutions.
• Assist in developing OT layer cyber‑security solutions.
• Produce technical documentation and specifications for projects.
• Write FDS for projects and coordinate with colleagues.
• Develop PLC software and HMI code and commission on-site.

Skills

Siemens TIA Portal

VFD control

Allen Bradley PLC programming

Cyber-security solutions

Technical documentation

Education

Degree, HND or HNC in Engineering

Tools

Simatic Manager

PLC software

HMI code

Job description

Senior Controls Engineer – Logistex, Northamptonshire

Are you passionate about designing and implementing innovative control 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?

• Competitive salary
• 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

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

Qualifications & Experience needed for the Senior Controls Engineer

• Expertise in Siemens TIA Portal, Simatic Manager, Siemens TIA Safety
• Experience with VFD control, safety hardware and barcode readers, Allen Bradley PLC programming
• Knowledge of IEC 61131
• Degree, HND or HNC in Engineering and competence 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.