Controls Engineer

RecruiterStirling WarringtonRotherhamreedpublished 09/04/2026

Control Systems Engineer

Location: Rotherham Salary: £58,000 Shift: Monday - Friday Days

Benefits:

  • 25 days' holiday plus statutory days
  • Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays after probation
  • Flexible bank holiday scheme
  • Company pension contributions of up to 14%
  • Onsite gym
  • Westfield Health Cover, Level 4
  • Free onsite parking
  • Recruitment referral bonus scheme
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Electric vehicle charging points
  • Employee volunteering days
  • Career development and progression opportunities

We are currently recruiting for a Control Systems Engineer to join an established manufacturing site in Rotherham.

This is a project-focused role with some maintenance support, working on automation, PLC systems and improvements to production machinery.

The role:

  • PLC programming and fault finding
  • Working with Allen Bradley Studio 5000 and Mitsubishi GX Works
  • PLC, HMI and SCADA systems
  • Supporting automation and control system improvements
  • Managing electrical and controls projects from installation through to commissioning
  • Working with contractors and suppliers
  • Root cause analysis and fault finding
  • Supporting maintenance and production teams
  • Improving machinery, processes and equipment
  • Working with instrumentation and 4-20mA signals
  • Recording work using the site's maintenance system
  • Occasional overseas travel

You will need:

  • HNC, HND or equivalent engineering qualification
  • Strong electrical and control systems experience
  • PLC programming experience
  • Allen Bradley and Mitsubishi experience
  • Experience with HMI and SCADA systems
  • Good fault-finding skills
  • Experience with industrial machinery and automation
  • Good understanding of electrical systems
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Experience in a medium or heavy manufacturing environment would be advantageous.

If you're a Control Systems Engineer looking for a new opportunity in Rotherham, we'd like to hear from you.

Get in touch with Logan at Stirling Warrington on INDSW