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Our Derby based client is renowned as a market leader in the provision of innovative and bespoke integrated systems to the transportation infrastructure industry. Offering a range of highest quality services that encompass Project Management and Implementation, Consultancy and Software Development to blue chip clients worldwide, as a result of continued success and an ongoing planned programme of strategic growth, they are now seeking to recruit experienced and enthusiastic Control Systems Engineer (s) to complement their established and successful team of electrical and control professionals.

With many projects incorporating SCADA control systems and integrated audio & visual communication systems using IP technology, as a Control Systems Engineer you will:

Have technical responsibility for projects including design, development and test of control / integrated systems digital systems including traffic detection and management, ventilation and pump control, life safety and incident management systems.
Be responsible for the day-to-day co-ordination and technical management of Project Engineers and working as part of a team to ensure on time project delivery.
Be able to program a variety of PLCs using Ladder Logic, Function block or Statement List methods and both program and configure SCADA software packages and User Interface mimic design including some competency in programming languages such as C, SQL or VBA.
Be able to configure CCTV, PA and telephone systems over an IP network.
Understand the design and configuration of IP networks and be confident in the design and testing of ELV electrical panels.
Be able to perform FAT and site commissioning under formal client witnessed conditions.To be considered for these varied and exciting Control Systems Engineer opportunities it is envisaged that you will hold a relevant Degree or HND in control, electrical, electronic or software engineering and demonstrate at least 3 years' experience in delivering control/integrated systems using some of the skills listed above.

** A full UK driving licence is required for the positions **

In return, aside from working with a genuinely professional and dynamic team committed to the highest levels of customer service and satisfaction, you will benefits from a comprehensive and generous benefits package that includes flexible and hybrid working along with real scope to progress your career in a stable and technically diverse environment.

Contact the Controls Team at Premier Technical Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your cv in confidence to for further details

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