Controls Engineer

Derby, Derbyshire
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We are recruiting a senior controls engineer to join a large manufacturing business in a hands-on role, working closely with the shopfloor rather than being desk-based. You'll be tasked with managing, maintaining and improving PLC based control systems. Provide
backup to the on-shift engineers and be a crucial source of technical knowledge.

This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in real-time fault finding, upgrades, and automation projects.

The controls engineer role is site based, working a standard 40 hour week.

As a Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for:

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PLC & HMI programming using Allen Bradley systems, including modifications and upgrades

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Control system fault finding across multiple platforms

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Delivering automation projects end-to-end, from design through to implementation

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Supporting and upskilling on-site shift engineers

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HMI/SCADA development

The successful Controls Engineer will have experience in:

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PLC system upgrades

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Drives including AB, ABB, and Siemens

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Strong fault-finding and diagnostics skills (Autem and IBA advantageous)

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Clear communication with a structured, methodical approach

The Controls Engineer will be site-based.

If you are a Controls Engineer looking for a practical, varied role with strong technical exposure and progression potential, this opportunity is well worth exploring

Job Info
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Job Title:
Controls Engineer
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Derby, Derbyshire
Salary:
£65000 - £75000 Per annum
Posted:
Jan 15th 2026
Closes:
Feb 15th 2026
Sector:
Engineering
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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