Lead Controls Engineer

Overview

Be part of a forward-thinking engineering team working on advanced technology

Strong commitment to professional growth and development

Join an award-winning company with sustainability at its core

Our client is a specialist in high-performance cooling and automation solutions that help data-driven industries reduce energy consumption, improve efficiency, and operate more sustainably. Their technologies are trusted worldwide to support both existing infrastructure and new developments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the adaptation and improvement of PLC / HMI control systems already in use with customers.

Contribute to new product initiatives by applying controls and automation expertise.

Deliver system updates, optimise performance, and align functionality with client requirements.

Work closely with Engineering, R&D, Sales, and Marketing teams to provide technical support

Mentor and support junior engineers, helping to develop skills within the team.

Provide hands-on assistance for customer trials, PLC setups, troubleshooting, and field support

Key Requirements

Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electrical, Software, Mechanical, or related engineering field.

Strong experience in PLC & HMI programming and industrial automation.

Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g. Modbus, OPC UA, BACnet, SNMP).

Sound understanding of control theory (e.g. PID controllers, feedback loops).

Knowledge of hardware such as PLCs, sensors, and actuators.

Awareness of compliance and safety standards (IEC, ISO, UL, ASHRAE).

Experience within data centre or related sectors is beneficial but not essential.

What's on Offer

Salary : £45,000 - £55,000 DOE

Annual bonus scheme

Company laptop and mobile phone

Pension scheme

Health insurance and death in service benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Candidate Location : Bedford, Milton Keynes, Biggleswade, Northampton, Huntingdon

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