Process Automation & Control Engineer

Job Title: Controls Engineer Location: Central London (Hybrid – 2–3 days in office)

We are working with an innovative and fast-growing engineering-led business operating at the intersection of sustainability, automation, and advanced manufacturing. The company is scaling rapidly and is looking for a Controls Engineer to play a key role in developing, optimising, and maintaining automated systems across its operations.

The role offers strong long-term progression, including the opportunity to build and lead a controls team as the company expands.

Design, develop, and maintain control systems for automated industrial processes

Program and troubleshoot Siemens PLCs (e.g., Integrate and support robotic systems within production environments

Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering teams to deliver robust automation solutions

Support commissioning, testing, and continuous improvement of systems

Contribute to documentation, standards, and best practices for controls engineering

Assist in scaling automation capabilities as the business grows

Proven experience working with Siemens PLCs (essential)

Experience with industrial robotics (programming, integration, or maintenance)

Strong understanding of control systems, automation architecture, and industrial communication protocols

Experience within HVAC systems or building management systems (desirable)

Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on engineering mindset

Hybrid working (2–3 days per week in a Central London office)

Clear progression path into leadership, including building and managing a controls team

Exposure to cutting-edge automation and sustainable engineering projects