Senior Control Systems Engineer

Meritus ·www.meritustalent.com

Location Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland
Work type Hybrid
Salary GBP 50,000 - 55,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Senior
Source Shazamme
Engineering
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Senior Control Systems Engineer | Glasgow (Hybrid) 3 Days per week on-site | £Neg (Enquire for details)

MERITUS are working with a leading engineering and systems integration organisation based in Glasgow. They're looking for a Senior Control Systems Software Engineer to take a key role in delivering complex, high-impact projects.

As a Senior Control Systems Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development and implementation of PLC-based control systems within energy and utilities environments. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team, supporting the delivery of reliable and high-performance control systems for critical energy assets.

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of technical deliverables, contribute to system design, and support commissioning activities across a variety of energy projects.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop and test control system software for energy sector applications using Siemens PLC platforms
  • Contribute to project delivery across all phases, from requirements definition through to commissioning
  • Produce high-quality technical documentation including functional design specifications and test documentation
  • Collaborate with internal teams and energy sector clients to ensure successful technical delivery
  • Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and on-site commissioning

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Strong experience in the design & programming of Siemens PLCs (e.g. TIA Portal, S7, PCS7)
  • Experience delivering PLC/SCADA/DCS systems within the energy sector (e.g. generation, transmission, renewables)
  • Good understanding of control systems engineering across the full project lifecycle
  • Knowledge of IEC 61131 programming languages (e.g. Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text)
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and within a team

Benefits:

  • £Neg (Enquire for details)
  • 28 days holiday + bank holidays
  • 6.5% pension matched
  • Private medical insurance
  • Remote / hybrid working options

Got your attention?

If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the role – then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS Talent.

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Who is hiring for the Senior Control Systems Engineer role?
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Where is the Senior Control Systems Engineer job located?
The Senior Control Systems Engineer role with Meritus is based in Glasgow, GB. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Senior Control Systems Engineer role remote?
Yes — the Senior Control Systems Engineer position at Meritus is hybrid. Candidates based in GB are preferred.
What does the Senior Control Systems Engineer role pay?
Meritus lists the Senior Control Systems Engineer role at GBP 50,000–55,000 per year.
Is the Senior Control Systems Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Meritus.
What experience level is the Senior Control Systems Engineer role?
The Senior Control Systems Engineer position is aimed at senior-level candidates.
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