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Posted 02 August, 2026

Controls Engineer (Progression to Systems Engineer)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Warrington, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Controls Engineer (Progression to Systems Engineer)£42,000 - £47,500 (OTE 65K) + 7K Car Allowance + Bonus + Training + Progression + Healthcare + 12% PensionWarrington, CheshireAre you a Controls Engineer with PLC Programming and Configuration experience looking for the opportunity to progress and become a Systems Engineer, offering responsibility over complex projects and structured training to become a Distributed Control Systems expert?Do you want to work for a global OEM with a reputation for building the safest and most redundant integrated systems on the planet?In this role you will trained on the programming and configuration of bespoke distributed control systems used in the automation of industrial processes through the manufacturing, chemical, pharmaceutical, energy and oil & gas industries. Occasionally, perhaps once a month, you will go on-site to assist in the commissioning of the systems. This could be on off-shore Rigs or throughout the UK, with overtime and bonuses paid for your hard work.This company employ 20,000 employees globally and are market leaders in the design, installation and service of advanced industrial automation technology. They are currently striving towards achieving net zero and have sustainability at the heart of their business. They pride themselves on delivering the most reliable distributed control systems on the planet.This role would suit a Controls Engineer who can programme and configure PLC's, RTU's SCADA or similar from scratch looking for the opportunity to progress and advance their career through structured training to become an expert Systems Engineer.The Role:Programming and Configuring distributed control systems used for industrial automationTraining on DCS Programming & ConfigurationManaging complex projects and acting as the face of the businessFlexible hybrid working with upto 3 days at home per weekFlexible hours - option to work a compressed fortnight and have every other Friday offTravelling nationally and off-shore to sites to assist with commissioning of new equipment, up to one week per monthThe Person:Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer or similarPLC, RTU or SCADA Programming and Configuration experienceWilling to travel nationally and work away 1 week per monthJob Reference: BBBH 26003cKeywords: Electrical, Engineer, Service, PID, Controls, Automation, PLC, DCS, RTU, SCADA, Maintenance, Systems, Off Shore, Programmer, Distributed, Pharma, Oil, Programming, Energy, Gas, Industrial, Merseyside, Liverpool, Runcorn, CheshireIf you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.TPBN1_UKTJ