System Controls (PID) Engineer

System Controls Design Engineer

A growing high-technology engineering business is seeking a System Controls Design Engineer to join its R&D team developing advanced thermal and refrigeration systems for specialist industrial and scientific applications.

This role will focus on the development of control systems, modelling, and system integration for highly complex equipment within an innovative product development environment.

The Role

Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will be responsible for the design, development, and optimisation of control systems and system architectures for advanced thermal management equipment. You will support projects from concept through to testing and manufacture, using modelling and simulation tools to improve performance and reduce development risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems for complex thermal and refrigeration equipment.
• Develop PID and advanced control algorithms for system stability and performance.
• Carry out modelling and simulation activities using MATLAB/Simulink or similar tools.
• Build and validate system models to predict system behaviour and minimise physical prototyping.
• Analyse system performance data and implement improvements to efficiency and robustness.
• Integrate control systems with sensors, actuators, and associated hardware.
• Support testing, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams throughout development projects.
• Produce technical documentation including specifications, control logic descriptions, and operating manuals.
• Ensure designs meet relevant quality and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Control Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar.
• Experience in control systems design and system dynamics.
• Strong knowledge of PID control and modelling/simulation techniques.
• Experience using MATLAB/Simulink or equivalent software.
• Understanding of sensors, actuators, and integrated system design.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work within cross-functional teams.

Desirable Experience

• Embedded or industrial controls software experience.
• Exposure to R&D or new product development environments.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on highly innovative engineering projects.
• Collaborative and technically focused environment.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.