Control and Instrumentation Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a Control & Instrumentation Engineer with strong experience in industrial automation and instrumentation to design and implement control systems for custom-built machinery. The successful candidate will be responsible for control strategies, instrumentation selection, and ensuring seamless integration between mechanical, electrical, and control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop control and instrumentation systems for custom machines
• Develop control philosophies, functional descriptions, and system architectures
• Specify and integrate instrumentation (sensors, transmitters, encoders, etc.)
• Configure and support PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems
• Develop I/O lists, control panels, and wiring schematics
• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers for full system integration
• Support prototype development, testing, commissioning, and system optimisation
• Conduct loop checks, calibration, and system validation
• Prepare technical documentation, including datasheets and manuals
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and control system best practices

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering (BEng/BSc)
• Minimum of 47 years experience in control systems, instrumentation, or automation
• Strong understanding of control systems, instrumentation, and industrial processes
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP)
• Experience with instrumentation selection, calibration, and integration
• Proficiency in electrical/control design software (e.g., EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar)
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage projects from concept through to commissioning

Advantageous

• PLC programming experience (Siemens, Allen Bradley, or similar)
• Experience with advanced automation, robotics, or motion control
• Knowledge of safety systems (SIL, machine safety standards)
• Experience with data acquisition systems or industrial IoT
• Exposure to commissioning and on-site support

Why Join Us

• Design and develop innovative custom machinery
• Work on diverse and technically challenging engineering projects
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic environment
• Opportunity to see your systems move from concept to operational reality