Senior Control Systems Engineer

Nelson Permanent Placements are seeking an experienced Senior Control Systems Engineer to join a growing engineering team based in Birmingham. This role offers the opportunity to design, develop and deliver robust automation and control solutions across a range of industrial sectors, working on full lifecycle projects from initial concept through to commissioning. To be considered for this role as a Senior Control Systems Engineer you will be: * An experienced automation engineer with strong PLC, HMI and SCADA expertise * Comfortable working directly with clients and internal stakeholders * Able to manage projects from concept through to commissioning * A collaborative team player with strong problem-solving skills Key Responsibilities of a Senior Control Systems Engineer: * Liaising with clients to understand requirements and produce costed technical proposals * Designing, developing and programming PLC, HMI and SCADA systems from scratch * Delivering automation projects to agreed budgets, timescales and specifications * Working within a multi-disciplinary engineering team on turnkey solutions * Developing software for process safety and industrial automation systems * Producing all required technical documentation for hardware and software * Providing on-site technical support and commissioning services * Working across sectors including food, beverage, chemical, marine and materials handling Requirements of a Senior Control Systems Engineer: * Extensive experience in control systems engineering * Strong knowledge of industrial automation principles * Proven experience with Rockwell Automation / Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs * Solid understanding of HMI and SCADA platforms * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills * Strong analytical ability and a methodical approach to problem solving Benefits of a Senior Control Systems Engineer: * Competitive salary * 3 days in the office, 2 WFH * Competitive holiday allowance and celebration days * Healthcare cash plan and 24/7 GP helpline * Employee assistance programme * Cycle to work scheme * Employee referral bonus * Company events, awards and long-service recognition * Free workwear How to Apply: This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd. The services of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd are that of an Employment Agency