Controls Engineer

TDA Group
London, GB
On-site

Job Description

Job Title: Controls Engineer

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

Location: Belvedere

About the role:

We are seeking a qualified and motivated Control Engineer with proven experience in large power industry projects in the UK. This permanent role involves contributing expertise to the design, development, and implementation of advanced control systems for power generation projects, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. You will work closely with the Engineering Director on diverse projects.

Key Areas of Expertise:

  • Industrial automation, PLCs, and SCADA systems (Allen Bradley highly desirable).
  • Control system design and optimization.
  • Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
  • Industrial Ethernet networks and topologies.
  • Application of engineering and computing critical thinking skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and collaborate on the design, development, and implementation of control systems for large-scale power generation facilities.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for integrated engineering solutions.
  • Manage projects from initial design studies through electrical DC/AC design, panel manufacture, PLC software, and SCADA design/programming.
  • Oversee testing, commissioning, and maintenance of control systems.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and client specifications.
  • Engage with clients to understand needs and exceed expectations.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge-sharing.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Industrial Automation, Automation and Control, or a closely related field.
  • Proven experience as a Control Engineer on large power industry projects in the UK.
  • Strong technical knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, DCS, and industrial automation systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication skills and a client-focused mindset.

If you feel this is the position you are looking for, please do not hesitate to apply or contact me on (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more details.

Alec Lintern

Recruitment Consultant

TDA Telecoms

Skills & Requirements

Technical Skills

PlcsScadaDcsIndustrial ethernet networksCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingPower industryEngineering

Soft Skills

CommunicationClient FocusTeamwork

Domain Knowledge

EngineeringPower Generation

Salary

£40,000 - £50,000

year

Employment Type

FULL TIME

Level

mid

Posted

3/3/2026

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