Control System Design Lead

10 hours ago


Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Vantage Consulting Full time

Job Description: Control System Design Lead

Location: Colchester, Essex (commutable from Ipswich, Cambridge, and Chelmsford)

Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum, plus benefits

Job Overview:

Vantage Consulting is seeking an experienced Control System Design Lead to join our team in Colchester. The role involves leading the design, development, and testing of industrial automation control and safety systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. System Design Leadership: Lead a team of engineers in developing complex designs, detailed layouts, mechanical design, and wiring schematics for safety/control systems using AutoCAD.
  2. Hardware & Software Engineering: Oversee the design and implementation of hardware and software components to ensure system success.
  3. PLC Programming: Supervise the writing and development of code for PLCs, particularly Allen Bradley Rockwell systems.
  4. Project Review: Conduct thorough reviews of project specifications to ensure requirements are met and designs align with project needs.
  5. SCADA & HMI Design: Direct the design and development of SCADA systems and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs).
  6. Testing & Validation: Ensure comprehensive testing and validation of both hardware and software systems to guarantee functionality and performance.
  7. Simulations & Optimisation: Optimize system designs through simulations, testing, and development processes.
  8. Customer Interaction: Represent Vantage Consulting in design and technical meetings with customers and stakeholders.
  9. On-site Commissioning: Oversee the on-site commissioning of new systems across the UK and internationally.

Employee Benefits:

  • Subsidised Gym Membership
  • Team Building Events
  • 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
  • Annual Performance-Based Bonuses
  • Annual Performance Reviews
  • Health & Wellbeing Programme
  • Pension Scheme


  • Colchester, UK, Essex, United Kingdom FirstClass Safety & Control Ltd Full time

    Design/Control System EngineerLocation: Colchester, Essex (commutable from Ipswich, Cambridge, and Chelmsford)Salary: depending upon experience plus benefits Company DescriptionFirstClass Safety & Control Ltd (FCSC), located in Colchester, is a provider of bespoke affordable control and safety solutions. The company delivers industrial automation control &...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Rise Technical Recruitment Full time

    Rise Technical Recruitment is seeking a Control Systems Design Lead to join their high-growth company. This role involves taking the technical lead on pioneering projects and working on cutting-edge technology for a range of high-value clients with further progression opportunities.The Role:Leading industry-leading projects from cradle to graveDesigning and...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Omega Resource Group Full time

    Job Title: System Design and Controls SpecialistWe are seeking a highly skilled System Design and Controls Specialist to join our team at Omega Resource Group. This role involves working with bespoke control and safety solutions for industrial automation and instrument services.Key Responsibilities:Design and develop automated control systems for clients...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Omega Resource Group Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking a Control Systems Developer and Designer to join our team at Omega Resource Group. In this role, you will work on designing and developing automated control systems for industrial automation and instrument services.Responsibilities:Design and develop control systems that meet client requirements.Collaborate with cross-functional...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Bluebolt Recruitment Full time

    **Job Overview**We are seeking a highly skilled Control System Design Engineer to join our team at Bluebolt Recruitment in Colchester. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing industrial automation control & safety systems.About the RoleCreate complex designs, detailed layouts, mechanical design, and wiring...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Tec Partners Full time

    descriptions.1:About Tec Partners:Tec Partners is seeking an experienced control systems design engineer to join our team in Colchester.The successful candidate will have a strong background in PLC programming, particularly with Allen Bradley systems, as well as systems, software, and hardware development experience.The role involves designing and...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Rise Technical Recruitment Limited Full time

    **Job Title:** Control Systems SpecialistWe are seeking a highly skilled technical professional to join our team as a control systems specialist.The ideal candidate will have experience in designing and developing control systems for niche industries, from concept to completion.This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to work on ground-breaking...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Omega Resource Group Full time

    About Omega Resource GroupWe are a leading provider of bespoke affordable control and safety solutions, delivering industrial automation control & safety systems and instrument services to customers worldwide.As an established expert in the field, we are now seeking an experienced Senior Automation Control Systems Engineer to join our team in...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Omega Resource Group Full time

    Job Overview:We are looking for a talented Automated Control Systems Engineer to work on bespoke control and safety solutions for industrial automation and instrument services.Key Skills:Experience in designing and developing automated control systems.Knowledge of industrial automation and instrument services.Strong problem-solving and communication...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Omega Resource Group Full time

    About Omega Resource GroupWe are a pioneering company delivering industrial automation control & safety systems and instrument services to customers worldwide from our base in Colchester.We are seeking an experienced Design and Development Controls Specialist to join our team.Key ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will be responsible for:Designing and...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Tec Partners Full time

    About Tec Partners:Tec Partners is a leading company in the field of control systems engineering.As a system development specialist, you will be responsible for designing and developing detailed layouts, mechanical designs, and wiring schematics for safety/control systems using AutoCAD.The ideal candidate will have strong experience in PLC programming,...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Rise Technical Recruitment Limited Full time

    **Job Title:** Automation Engineer LeadWe are seeking a highly skilled automation engineer to lead our control systems team. The ideal candidate will have experience in designing and developing control systems for various applications.As an automation engineer lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the design and development of control systems. You...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Rise Technical Recruitment Limited Full time

    Job DescriptionAs a Senior Control Systems Specialist, you will be responsible for leading industry-leading projects from conception to delivery. You will design and develop bespoke control systems, and commission products for sites across the UK and worldwide.


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Rise Technical Recruitment Limited Full time

    Salary and BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary of £65,000 per annum, plus overtime and company benefits.


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom CV Library Full time

    Join a multinational electronic manufacturer as a Design Engineer based in Colchester and contribute to the development of innovative mechanical products and systems.About the CompanyThe company offers a competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, as well as a generous annual leave package including 25 days off plus bank holidays.Job...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Cooper Lomaz Full time

    As a Talented Electrical Systems Designer, you will be part of Cooper Lomaz's team in Colchester, responsible for designing and developing new X-Ray and Bond Test products. Your primary goal will be to create innovative and efficient electrical systems for these products.Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Tec Partners Full time

    descriptions.2:About Tec Partners:Tec Partners is looking for an automation and control professional to join our team in Colchester.The ideal candidate will have strong experience in PLC programming, particularly with Allen Bradley systems, as well as systems, software, and hardware development experience.The role involves designing and developing detailed...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom UKund Control Full time

    About the Role:We are looking for a highly skilled Academic Projects Coordinator Specialist to join our team at UKund Control. In this role, you will be responsible for providing academic project coordination support to project managers and contract delivery managers.Responsibilities:Track project delivery in terms of volumes and desktop quality...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a Sales Engineer for Control Systems to join our team and help us drive business growth. As a key member of our sales team, you will be responsible for developing and executing sales strategies to identify new business opportunities and expand our customer base.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute sales plans to achieve...

  • Senior CAD Designer

    13 hours ago


    Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Rise Technical Recruitment Full time

    The Rise Technical Recruitment team is looking for a Technical Engineering Specialist to join their company. This role involves designing control systems and commissioning products for sites globally. The successful candidate will have experience in design and commissioning within control systems.Job Requirements:Experience in design and...