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Senior Controls Engineer
Senior Control Systems Engineer Daresbury, Cheshire
We are now seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer to join our growing engineering team at out state of the art facility in Daresbury, Cheshire. This is a technically focused role, responsible for leading the design, development and commissioning of advanced control and automation systems across a wide range of industries
. Key Responsibilitie s:Lead and contribute to all stages of the project lifecycle, ensuring high‑quality technical deliver y.Provide technical leadership, mentoring junior engineers and sharing best practice s.Build strong client relationships through effective technical communication, presentations and documentatio n.Take ownership of technical tasks and projects, delivering to budget, quality, safety and programme expectation s.Produce and review specifications, design documents and engineering report s.Develop, configure and implement control system application software across multiple platform s.Conduct testing and commissioning activities in live operational environment s.Maintain consistently high engineering standards throughout the design and delivery proces s.Lead or work within multi‑disciplinary teams, adapting to a variety of environment s.Ensure compliance with the company’s Integrated Management Syste m.Contribute to continuous improvement and support the development of the wider engineering communit
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y. Skills, Experience & Qualificatio ns:Degree‑qualified in control, automation or electrical engineering (or equivalent proven experienc e).Member of a relevant engineering or professional body (e.g., MIET); Chartered status desirab le.Minimum 6 years’ experience within the control and automation indust ry.Proven track record delivering control solutions within sectors such as Food, Utilities, FMCG, Process or Materials Handli ng.Strong technical leadership and project engineering experien ce.Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skil ls.Highly motivated, ambitious and capable of operating at a senior technical lev
el. Technology Portfolio (Experience Desir ed):PLC Control Systems (Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schnei der)HMI & SCADA technolo giesRegional control systems & telem etryData analysis, reporting & IT/database integra tionMES platf ormsIndustrial networ kingIndustrial & IT hard wareOperational Technology sys temsFunctional sa fetyOT cyber security princi
ples What We OfferCompetitive s alary25 days annual leave plus Bank Hol idaysEnhanced pension contrib utionOngoing internal training and Clear career development pat hwaysA supportive employer committed to employee Well beingGenuine opportunities for career progression within a growing bus inessAccess to employee discount sc
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hemes Ab out UsWe are MARCH®. The leading provider of critical engineering services. Supporting the industries we all rely on to improve their infrastructure, process, and digital environments. We work together with our customers to maintain business continuity, optimise output, and drive new standards in productivity, reliability, and sustainability. We help deliver operational resilience, increased performance, and better environmental outcomes, across the board.Why March?Progress is P eople.MARCH has ambitious plans and central to our future growth is attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent. Whether your role is onsite or office-based, engineering or support, we offer opportunities for all our people to develop their careers and maximise their potential. MARCH is committed to building teams that reflect a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe diverse thinking strengthens engineering, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let the team
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