Electrical Engineer (Control Systems)
Salary: £55,000–£75,000 per annum
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Hours: Monday–Friday | Day Shift with Flexible Start & Finish Times
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
The Package
· Monday–Friday day shift with flexible start/finish times
· 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
· Pension scheme
· Life assurance policy
· Opportunities to upskill and progress within a highly automated, forward‑thinking environment
· Long service recognition and additional employee benefits
The Role
· Take ownership of the site’s control and automation systems, ensuring they operate reliably and efficiently.
· Develop and deliver preventive, predictive and scheduled electrical maintenance programmes.
· Support planned shutdowns, system upgrades and long‑term improvement projects.
· Lead the development, integration and maintenance of PLC, SCADA and OT-based systems.
· Execute proactive and reactive maintenance across automated machinery and electrical infrastructure.
· Diagnose and rectify faults within electrical circuits, control panels, and PLC-driven equipment.
· Manage industrial communication networks including Profinet and Modbus, ensuring robust performance and cybersecurity.
· Support automation and digitisation initiatives by contributing to design, testing, integration and commissioning activities.
· Work in accordance with all company safety procedures, Safe Systems of Work and engineering standards.
The Requirements
· Proven experience in controls, automation or electrical engineering within a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.
· Strong programming capability with Siemens or Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley PLC platforms.
· Hands-on experience developing or modifying SCADA systems (WinCC desirable).
· Understanding of industrial network architecture and communication protocols.
· Awareness of industrial cybersecurity best practices.
· Experience supporting installation, commissioning or upgrade projects.
· HV competency or Authorised Person training – beneficial but not essential.
· Minimum 2 years working within a fast-moving production or engineering environment.
Similar Roles:
Control Systems Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC Engineer, SCADA Engineer, OT Engineer, Industrial Electrician, Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer
Interaction Recruitment support clients and candidates across a wide range of UK sectors including Technical & Engineering, Industrial, IT & Finance, Commercial and Hospitality. We provide both temporary and permanent recruitment solutions.
For more information about this role, or to discuss other opportunities, contact Reegan on 07969 154727 or email Reegan.turney@interactionrecruitment.co.uk
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