Control Systems Engineer

Location: Midlands-based Contract: Outside IR35 Rate: Competitive hourly/day rate We are currently recruiting for experienced Contract Automation / Controls Engineers to support ongoing industrial automation projects across the UK. Our client is looking for engineers with a strong background in PLC commissioning, fault finding and site-based automation, ideally with experience working on TGW or similar warehouse automation/intralogistics systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on automation professional with Siemens TIA Portal experience who enjoys working on complex automated systems and supporting customer sites through installation, commissioning and optimisation phases. Key Responsibilities: * Commissioning and fault-finding automated industrial systems on customer sites * Supporting installation, integration and testing of automation equipment * PLC diagnostics, modifications and troubleshooting using Siemens TIA Portal * Working with HMIs, drives, sensors and industrial communication networks * Identifying and resolving electrical and controls-related issues * Supporting SAT activities and ensuring systems are delivered successfully * Working closely with engineering teams, customers and installation partners Required Experience: * Proven experience as a Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC Engineer or Commissioning Engineer * Strong Siemens PLC / TIA Portal experience * Previous experience working on automated machinery or industrial control systems * Experience with commissioning, installation and site support * Ability to fault-find electrical and controls systems * Experience within warehouse automation, intralogistics, manufacturing automation or similar environments is highly desirable Required Qualifications: * ECS or CSCS card required * IPAF qualification required * Willingness to work site-based shifts and travel when required Shift Patterns: * 06:00 – 15:59 * 14:00 – 23:59 * 19:00 – 05:00 Ideal Backgrounds: Candidates with experience from sectors such as: * Warehouse automation * Intralogistics * Robotics * Special purpose machinery * Manufacturing automation * Material handling systems If you are an experienced Automation / Controls Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity, please get in touch