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Senior Controls Engineer - Omega

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Department:Software Development
Type:ON-SITE
Region:Birmingham, England
Location:Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom
Experience:Mid-Senior level
Salary:£60,000 - £65,000
Skills:
PLCHMISCADAROBOTSDRIVESELECTRICAL CONTROL SYSTEMSAUTOMATIONSOFTWARE DESIGNFUNCTIONAL DESIGN SPECIFICATIONSSAFETY REQUIREMENTS SPECIFICATIONSFACTORY ACCEPTANCE TESTINGSITE ACCEPTANCE TESTINGCOMMISSIONINGMENTORINGCONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
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Job Description

Posted on: January 31, 2026

Job Title: Senior Controls EngineerLocation: WolverhamptonPay Range/details: £60,00 - £65,000Contract Type: Permanent We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to join our clients growing team over in the Wolverhampton area Key Responsibilities – Senior Controls Engineer

  • Understand client requirements and translate them into effective control solutions
  • Produce electrical and controls concept designs including Functional Design Specifications, Safety Requirements Specifications, Single Line Diagrams, Network Topologies, Device Layouts, Cause & Effect Matrices and Safety Block Diagrams
  • Hand over designs to the Hardware Design team and review outputs for accuracy and compliance
  • Create software designs including Software Design Specifications and deliver software/configuration for PLC, HMI, SCADA, robots, drives and related systems
  • Maintain the Technical Construction File throughout the project lifecycle
  • Support and participate in Factory Acceptance Testing
  • Lead or support commissioning activities and Site Acceptance Testing
  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, client specifications and internal standards
  • Achieve project milestones and contribute to on-time delivery Promote continuous improvement initiatives within the team
  • Mentor and develop less-experienced engineers
  • Undertake other duties as required to support project success

Qualifications & Requirements – Senior Controls Engineer

  • Level 6 Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Electrical / Electronic Engineering
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar controls engineering role
  • Very good understanding of electrical control systems, including design and implementation
  • Strong ability to work both as a team player and independently on own initiative Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Confident, proactive and organised approach to tasks
  • Adaptable to different situations and project demands
  • Effective problem-solving skills with a hands-on attitude
  • Enthusiastic, reliable and committed to delivering quality work

What We Can Offer – Senior Controls Engineer

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
  • Bonus scheme
  • BUPA Medical plan
  • Pension scheme
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Flexible working options
  • Programme of personal development and training
  • Car allowance
  • Free car parking with EV charge points on-site
  • Social and wellbeing activity programme
  • Bike 2 work scheme

For more information on this role, please contact Charlie Boulton on 01453 852544 or send a copy of your CV to charlie.boulton@omegaresource.co.uk Candidates who are currently a Senior Controls Engineer, Controls Engineer, Electrical Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Software Controls Engineer or Lead Controls Engineer may be suitable for this position. For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk #Jobster

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