Controls Engineer – Automated Machinery
Gloucester, UK
Salary Experience Dependent
Every other Friday Off
We are recruiting for a leading designer and manufacturer of special purpose automated machinery. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our team in Gloucester.
Key Responsibilities – Controls Engineer
- Develop and support PLC, HMI, and Motion Control systems for bespoke automated machinery
- Program and modify software using Rockwell Logix platform (Studio 5000, FTView ME, Kinetix motion control, Safety PLC)
- Configure networked control systems with distributed I/O
- Program and integrate vision systems (Cognex or similar) for inspection and measurement
- Provide controls support during prototype builds, new machine commissioning, and field service on existing equipment
- Ensure machine safety compliance with relevant international standards
- Produce supporting documentation for manufacturing, testing, and customer packages
- Deliver customer support, including on-site commissioning and troubleshooting
- Identify opportunities for process, productivity, and quality improvements
- Participate actively in product development and continuous improvement activities
Experience/Qualifications – Controls Engineer
- HNC/HND or equivalent in a software/controls-related discipline
- Proven experience in PLC, HMI, and motion control programming – strong Rockwell Logix experience essential
- Knowledge of Siemens TIA Portal advantageous
- Experience with robotic applications (Yaskawa preferred) desirable
- Vision systems experience (Cognex or similar) advantageous
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and able to work effectively in culturally diverse environments
- Positive, supportive approach to technical problem-solving
- Flexible and receptive to change
- Willing and able to travel internationally (typically 4–5 trips per year, each 2–3 weeks duration)
Benefits – Controls Engineer
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Every other Friday off – enjoy a 9-day fortnight
- Generous company pension contribution (up to 10% total):
- 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (up to 3 days reserved for Christmas shutdown)
- Long service awards
- Private Medical Insurance available for all employees
- Group Life Assurance – up to 5× salary
- Group Income Protection – up to 2/3 basic salary (after probation)
- Company sick pay – up to 6 weeks full pay (after probation)
- Cycle to Work scheme
Role will be suitable for: Controls Engineers, Electrical Engineers, PLC Programmers & Similar
For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on 01453 796617 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]
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