Controls Engineer
Location: Leicester (site-based with travel to client sites)
Reporting to: Operations Director
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to support the installation, maintenance, and optimisation of Building Management Systems (BMS), Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS), and industrial control systems.
This role will involve working on both new installations and upgrades to existing control systems, supporting fault finding, commissioning, and system improvements across a range of engineering environments.
The position would suit an engineer with strong electrical and controls experience, who enjoys problem-solving and working closely with both project teams and clients.
Key Responsibilities
Control Systems & Electrical Installation
- Install and commission control equipment and inverter drives for new and upgraded systems.
- Assist with electrical installation of BEMS and control systems, including:
- Terminating and connecting control panels
- Installing and connecting field devices
- Review and interpret electrical drawings, schematics and P&ID diagrams.
Fault Finding & Maintenance
- Investigate faults on existing control and process systems.
- Carry out testing, inspection and troubleshooting to ensure system reliability.
- Identify opportunities to improve system performance and efficiency.
Engineering & System Development
- Support the development and installation of energy-saving inverter drive solutions.
- Produce electrical schematics and logic flow diagrams for control systems.
- Assist in the development and knowledge sharing of control and process systems within the engineering team.
Project & Client Interaction
- Communicate effectively with project teams and office management.
- Attend client meetings when required during both project tendering and installation phases.
- Provide technical support and guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
Compliance & Safety
- Follow all relevant Health & Safety legislation and site procedures.
- Participate in near miss reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with relevant management systems including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience (minimum 6 years).
- Strong ability to read and interpret:
- Electrical schematics
- GA drawings
- P&ID diagrams
- Experience working with control platforms such as:
- Siemens
- Schneider
- Allen Bradley
- Mitsubishi
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
- City & Guilds 2391 or 2395 Inspection & Testing
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
Training & Development
The successful candidate will be supported in completing the following training within the first two years:
- Asbestos Awareness
- First Aid
- Manual Handling
- PASMA
- IPAF
- Face Fit
- Fire Safety
- Site Management
- ECS Card & Assessment
- Minimum 30 hours of CPD annually
Why Apply?
This role offers the opportunity to work on modern control systems and energy-efficient technologies, supporting projects that improve operational efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
Engineers will gain exposure to a variety of control platforms, client environments, and engineering challenges, while continuing to develop their technical skills.
