Control Systems Engineer
Job in
Manchester, Greater Manchester, M9, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-14
Listing for:
Vantage Consulting
Contract
position Listed on 2026-01-14
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Software Engineer -
Energy/Power Generation
Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Manchester (Hybrid working)
Contract Length:
Initial 3 months (strong extension potential)
Rate: 40-50 per hour
IR35 Status:
Outside IR35
Sector:
Green Energy / Renewables / Sustainable Infrastructure
We are working with an innovative green energy engineering company based in Manchester that is delivering projects across renewable and low‑carbon energy systems.
They are looking to bring in an experienced Control Systems Engineer on a contract basis to support the design, development, and delivery of control systems for energy and sustainability‑focused projects.
This role offers hybrid working, flexibility, and the opportunity to contribute to technically interesting projects with a strong environmental impact.
Key Responsibilities- Design, develop, and modify control systems for green energy and renewable projects
- PLC programming and configuration for automated energy systems
- Development of:
- Functional Design Specifications (FDS)
- Control philosophies
- I/O lists and control narratives
- HMI/SCADA development and integration
- Support system testing, FATs, SATs, and commissioning activities
- Work closely with:
- Electrical design engineers
- Project managers
- Site and commissioning teams
- Ensure systems comply with:
- Relevant UK and international standards
- Cybersecurity and safety requirements where applicable
- Provide technical support during installation and commissioning phases
- Proven experience as a Control Systems Engineer within:
- Renewable energy
- Green energy
- Power, utilities, or energy‑adjacent industries
- Strong PLC programming experience (one or more of the following):
- Siemens
- Rockwell / Allen Bradley
- Beckhoff
- Schneider
- Experience with SCADA / HMI systems
- Strong understanding of industrial automation and control architectures
- Ability to work autonomously in a contract environment
- Comfortable working on a hybrid basis with site and office presence as required
- Experience with:
- Solar, wind, battery storage, hydrogen, or low‑carbon energy projects
- Knowledge of:
- Functional safety
- IEC / BS standards
- Previous outside IR35 contract experience
- Commissioning or site‑based controls experience
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