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Lead Control Systems Engineer

Description:
Job Title: Lead Control Systems Engineer
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Contract Type: Full time / Perm
 
Our client is a global engineering business with multiple sites in the North East. They are currently looking for a Lead Control Systems Engineer to be based at their site in Newcastle Upon Tyne on a full time, permanent basis.
 
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a company who are dedicated to sustainable practices and reducing the environmental impact of its operations and products.
 
Culture and Company
Our client is a leading North East Engineering business. They are proud to invest in the development and knowledge of their current and future employees, offering a brilliant benefits scheme.
 
The Role – Lead Control Systems Engineer
The successful Lead Control Systems Engineer will be responsible for the coordination and successful delivery of Engineering projects.

Other responsibilities include:
  • Take ownership and provide technical leadership of a team of Engineers in the successful delivery of projects, within the specified time, budget, to the specification and the required quality standards.
  • Leading the day-to-day Engineering tasks/deliverables of the Engineering team as the design authority, this could be associated with sales or project work.
  • Carry out concept and detail design of control systems. Produce supporting calculations, models, drawings, specifications and BOMs as required.
  • Interpret mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and control requirements to ensure that the project is designed to perform as required.
 
About You – Lead Control Systems Engineer
As Lead Control Systems Engineer, you will have experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment, with in depth knowledge and experience in design manufacture of some or all of the following: Trenchers, Cable/Pipe lay, LARS and bespoke Onshore and Offshore equipment.
 
Other requirements include:
  • Thorough knowledge of control theory, design of control systems and selection of components in the onshore, offshore and subsea sectors.
  • Ability to produce high quality work even while under pressure
  • Engineering design and development experience, demonstrated over 8 years + in a relevant environment.
  • Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant engineering subject.
  • Due to the nature of the role, frequent travel will be involved.
 
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Reference Number: 533
Role: Control Systems
Location: Newcastle
Posted Date: 10 Oct 2025
Company: 1045
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