Controls Engineer

Location: Gloucestershire (Cheltenham/Tewkesbury area) with UK & international travel

Salary: £48,000 - £55,000 DOE + Private Healthcare (including dependants), Contributory Pension, Bonus Scheme

A growing and highly respected engineering and automation solutions provider is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join their talented technical team. This is a full-time, permanent role offering a diverse and challenging portfolio of work across bespoke automation systems, controls, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technology.

Working from a modern facility in Gloucestershire, you'll be part of a close-knit engineering team developing tailor-made solutions for customers across multiple sectors. You'll also be expected to undertake periodic travel for installations and commissioning, predominantly in the UK and North America.

The Role

• Design and program industrial control systems (Allen Bradley / Siemens)
• Deliver PLC, touchscreen, network and SCADA programming
• Support on-site installation and commissioning of systems
• Troubleshoot and service existing customer solutions
• Take ownership of full project lifecycles - from concept to customer sign-off
• Collaborate with mechanical/electrical engineers on integrated solutions
• Mentor junior engineers and maintain high delivery standards

The Candidate

• Strong background in industrial control systems within manufacturing environments
• PLC programming from scratch (Siemens and Allen Bradley)
• Knowledge of industrial networking (EtherNET, ProfiNET)
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to travel
• Full driving licence
• UK/EU passport (required for travel to USA/Canada without visa restrictions)
• No criminal convictions that would restrict international travel
• Reside within a commutable distance of Cheltenham/Tewkesbury

Desirable Experience

• Experience working overseas
• Robotics programming
• EPLAN design knowledge
• Familiarity with plastic processing or packaging machinery

Benefits

• Private healthcare (partner and children included)
• Company pension scheme
• Annual leave: 21 days + bank holidays (with additional days for long service)
• Performance-based bonuses and awards
• Cycle to work scheme
• Supportive, collaborative work environment
• Clear progression opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed and capable Controls Engineer looking to apply their expertise in a hands-on, solutions-driven environment with global reach.