Senior Controls Engineer — Lead PLC/WCS Projects (Travel)

Trew, LLC; Chester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Chester seeks a Controls Engineer III to design electrical control systems for automated material handling. The role involves project management and collaboration with engineering teams. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years of relevant experience, with skills in PLC programming and project documentation. This position offers opportunities for travel and training others.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Health benefits

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience designing industrial controls systems.
• Experience with material handling equipment controls preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement electrical controls systems for automated equipment.
• Lead projects independently and define project scopes.
• Generate and review project documentation.

Skills

Ability to multi-task and maintain deadlines

Self-motivated

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Good organizational and leadership skills

Proficient with MS Office

Knowledge of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical

Advanced knowledge of RSLogix/Studio 5000

Advanced knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC/PAC controllers

Knowledge of industrial communication networks

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

RSLogix/Studio 5000

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Chester seeks a Controls Engineer III to design electrical control systems for automated material handling. The role involves project management and collaboration with engineering teams. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years of relevant experience, with skills in PLC programming and project documentation. This position offers opportunities for travel and training others.