Salary: £50k - 68k per year + Medical, Bonus
Reference: 25291/3
A specialist engineering and design consultancy is seeking two Control Systems Engineers to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a fast-growing organisation with a strong, long-term order book and a reputation for delivering robust, bespoke solutions.
The role offers exposure to technically challenging projects within power generation and renewable energy, combining hands-on engineering with structured support and training. The company culture promotes technical integrity, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Senior/Lead Controls Engineer
£50,000 - £68,000 + Private Medical Care, Annual Bonus, Travel/Offshore Uplifts
37.5 hours a week with Hybrid & Flexible working options
Daily free lunch
Excellent supported training to advance skills
Fast growing business with strong order book
North East based role. Ref: 25291
As a Senior / Lead Control Systems Engineer, you will take ownership of the full lifecycle delivery of control system projects, from concept through to commissioning, acting as a technical authority and mentor within the team.
Senior/Lead Controls Engineer - The Role:
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Lead the concept, design, and architecture of control and power systems
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Develop and review PLC software (Siemens / Rockwell) to a high standard
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Design and validate industrial communication networks
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Take ownership of technical documentation and compliance
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Act as technical lead on projects, ensuring quality and delivery
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Conduct peer reviews and approve engineering outputs
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Provide direct client engagement, including troubleshooting and solutions
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Lead or supervise commissioning activities, including offshore work
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Mentor and support junior engineers
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Drive continuous improvement in engineering standards and practices
Senior/Lead Controls Engineer - The Person:
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Degree (or equivalent) in engineering
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Strong, proven experience of PLC programming (Siemens and/or Rockwell)
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Background in power systems / high-voltage applications advantageous
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Experience delivering projects end-to-end
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Confident working independently and making technical decisions
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Strong communication skills with client-facing experience
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Experience mentoring or guiding engineers (informal or formal)
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Highly adaptable with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
Willing and able to travel internationally and offshore
Located in Tyne & Wear, this role would be commutable from Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, Durham, Gateshead, Jarrow, Hebburn, Washington, Chester-le-Street, Blyth, Cramlington, Seaham North Shields, South Shields, Morpeth, Peterlee and surrounding areas.
For further information call Sarah Clarke.
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