Control Systems Engineer

  • Automation Experts Ltd
  • Jul 16, 2025
Full time I.T. & Communications

Job Description

A leading provider of ultra-high precision machining and assembly. They operate with modern automation and CNC systems capable of handling a wide range of complex materials, all while maintaining rigorous quality and delivery standards. Employees are supported through specialised training and a workplace culture that emphasises accountability, innovation and craftsmanship.

Control Systems Engineer

£40K - £45K + Enhanced Pension + Healthcare Plan

West Midlands

Ref: 24720

Control Systems Engineer - The Role:

  • Commission a range of CNC machine tools
  • Test of electrical control circuits & Test safety circuits
  • Configure, load and test PLC / CNC Controls (Mainly Siemens)
  • Measuring system calibrations and preparation of the machine for production trials
  • Load & Test of CNC system, HMI (Siemens), Servo drives (Mainly Siemens)
  • Design of control circuits (hardware and PLC)
  • Functional Testing of the machine tool to product and contract specifications
  • Ensure compliance with CE / UKCA requirements
  • Provide Customer support

Control Systems Engineer - The Person:

  • Ability to read electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic circuit diagrams
  • Experienced with AC & DC control circuits (LV)
  • Experienced with setup and commissioning of inverter drives & servo motors
  • Good working knowledge of actuators & sensors
  • Practical experience of fault finding on electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  • Have understanding and practical working knowledge of CNC machine tools
  • Experience of reading & writing PLC programs (TIA Portal & STEP 7)
  • Competent use of PC equipment, windows, office applications, TIA/STEP 7 and EPLAN
  • Basic NC Programming experience (Siemens 840D experience advantageous)

Located in West Midlands, this role would be commutable from Redditch, Stratford upon Avon, Bromsgrove, Evesham, Warwick and surrounding areas.

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