Controls Engineer (Project Management)
Posted on Jun 18, 2026 by CV-Library
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£65k - £75k Annual
Full-Time
Controls Engineer (Project Management)
£65,000 - £75,000 + Varied Projects + Benefits
Reading
Do you have a strong technical background in industrial control & automation looking for a new role in an established business who offer career development and support you in becoming an expert in your field?
On offer is the opportunity to join an industry specialist in engineering. Who work on a variety of projects across water, wastewater, utilities, energy and industrial process sectors.
In this varied role, you will act as the technical lead on site-based projects, carrying out surveys and assessments, developing scopes of work, producing functional design specifications, and supporting full project lifecycle delivery through to commissioning, and handover. You will work closely with design, commissioning and delivery teams while maintaining strong ownership of technical outcomes.
The role would suit a Controls / ICA engineer with experience in project delivery and enjoys hands on technical responsibility, rather than the typical project management role.
The Role:
Conduct site surveys and assess existing PLC, SCADA and instrumentation systems
Define scope of works, technical requirements and system upgrade strategies
Estimate project effort, materials and costs for ICA / control system upgradesThe Person:
Strong background in Industrial Control & Automation (ICA), EC&I or Controls Engineering
Experience with PLC systems, SCADA, HMI development and instrumentation
Commutable to Reading / Surrounding areaReference:BBBH25873
Keywords: Engineer, Engineering, Controls, ICA, PLC, Industrial, Water, Technician, Project Management, Project, Reading, Surrey, Wokingham, Basingstoke, Camberley.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website
£65,000 - £75,000 + Varied Projects + Benefits
Reading
Do you have a strong technical background in industrial control & automation looking for a new role in an established business who offer career development and support you in becoming an expert in your field?
On offer is the opportunity to join an industry specialist in engineering. Who work on a variety of projects across water, wastewater, utilities, energy and industrial process sectors.
In this varied role, you will act as the technical lead on site-based projects, carrying out surveys and assessments, developing scopes of work, producing functional design specifications, and supporting full project lifecycle delivery through to commissioning, and handover. You will work closely with design, commissioning and delivery teams while maintaining strong ownership of technical outcomes.
The role would suit a Controls / ICA engineer with experience in project delivery and enjoys hands on technical responsibility, rather than the typical project management role.
The Role:
Conduct site surveys and assess existing PLC, SCADA and instrumentation systems
Define scope of works, technical requirements and system upgrade strategies
Estimate project effort, materials and costs for ICA / control system upgradesThe Person:
Strong background in Industrial Control & Automation (ICA), EC&I or Controls Engineering
Experience with PLC systems, SCADA, HMI development and instrumentation
Commutable to Reading / Surrounding areaReference:BBBH25873
Keywords: Engineer, Engineering, Controls, ICA, PLC, Industrial, Water, Technician, Project Management, Project, Reading, Surrey, Wokingham, Basingstoke, Camberley.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website
Reference: 225265380
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Controls Engineer (Project Management)
Posted on Jun 18, 2026 by CV-Library
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£65k - £75k Annual
Full-Time
Controls Engineer (Project Management)
£65,000 - £75,000 + Varied Projects + Benefits
Reading
Do you have a strong technical background in industrial control & automation looking for a new role in an established business who offer career development and support you in becoming an expert in your field?
On offer is the opportunity to join an industry specialist in engineering. Who work on a variety of projects across water, wastewater, utilities, energy and industrial process sectors.
In this varied role, you will act as the technical lead on site-based projects, carrying out surveys and assessments, developing scopes of work, producing functional design specifications, and supporting full project lifecycle delivery through to commissioning, and handover. You will work closely with design, commissioning and delivery teams while maintaining strong ownership of technical outcomes.
The role would suit a Controls / ICA engineer with experience in project delivery and enjoys hands on technical responsibility, rather than the typical project management role.
The Role:
Conduct site surveys and assess existing PLC, SCADA and instrumentation systems
Define scope of works, technical requirements and system upgrade strategies
Estimate project effort, materials and costs for ICA / control system upgradesThe Person:
Strong background in Industrial Control & Automation (ICA), EC&I or Controls Engineering
Experience with PLC systems, SCADA, HMI development and instrumentation
Commutable to Reading / Surrounding areaReference:BBBH25873
Keywords: Engineer, Engineering, Controls, ICA, PLC, Industrial, Water, Technician, Project Management, Project, Reading, Surrey, Wokingham, Basingstoke, Camberley.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website
£65,000 - £75,000 + Varied Projects + Benefits
Reading
Do you have a strong technical background in industrial control & automation looking for a new role in an established business who offer career development and support you in becoming an expert in your field?
On offer is the opportunity to join an industry specialist in engineering. Who work on a variety of projects across water, wastewater, utilities, energy and industrial process sectors.
In this varied role, you will act as the technical lead on site-based projects, carrying out surveys and assessments, developing scopes of work, producing functional design specifications, and supporting full project lifecycle delivery through to commissioning, and handover. You will work closely with design, commissioning and delivery teams while maintaining strong ownership of technical outcomes.
The role would suit a Controls / ICA engineer with experience in project delivery and enjoys hands on technical responsibility, rather than the typical project management role.
The Role:
Conduct site surveys and assess existing PLC, SCADA and instrumentation systems
Define scope of works, technical requirements and system upgrade strategies
Estimate project effort, materials and costs for ICA / control system upgradesThe Person:
Strong background in Industrial Control & Automation (ICA), EC&I or Controls Engineering
Experience with PLC systems, SCADA, HMI development and instrumentation
Commutable to Reading / Surrounding areaReference:BBBH25873
Keywords: Engineer, Engineering, Controls, ICA, PLC, Industrial, Water, Technician, Project Management, Project, Reading, Surrey, Wokingham, Basingstoke, Camberley.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website
Reference: 225265380
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