Senior Control Systems Engineers

NRL • TRAFFIC • Cheshire, Warrington, United Kingdom • 1d ago

Lead Innovation. Engineer the Future.

NRL are recruiting formultiple long-term contract roles (inside IR35)acrossPLC and SCADA Control Systems Engineeringto support high-profile infrastructure and automation projects in the UK's most regulated sectors. Whether your expertise lies in control logic or visualisation-this is your opportunity to shape the future of industrial control systems.

This is your chance to:

Deliver complex engineering solutions- from PLC logic to SCADA visualisation in integrated, cyber-secure environments
Lead from the front- guiding technical delivery, documentation, and testing across the full project lifecycle
Work hybrid- with flexibility and a base inWarrington, West Cumbria, or Stockton
Join a long-term programme- with stability, challenge, and real-world impact
Work on SC-cleared projects- candidates must beeligible to obtain SC clearance

Your Role:
We're hiring for two key disciplines:

Senior/Lead PLC Control Systems Engineers
Design, develop, and test PLC-based control systems using platforms like Rockwell, Schneider, or Siemens. You'll produce high-quality documentation, support integration with SCADA systems, and ensure cyber-secure, standards-compliant delivery.

️Senior/Lead SCADA Control Systems Engineers
Design and implement HMI/SCADA applications (e.g. Rockwell FactoryTalk), creating intuitive, cyber-secure visualisation systems. You'll collaborate with PLC engineers to deliver integrated architectures, backed by robust documentation and formal testing.

You'll need to bring:

Strong experience inPLCorSCADA control systems engineering
Proficiency inIEC 61131(PLC) orSCADA scripting(e.g. VBScript, Python)
A track record of producing high-quality technical documentation (URS, FDS, test specs, etc.)
Experience inregulated industriessuch as nuclear, MOD, or pharmaceutical
A collaborative mindset and the ability to work across multi-disciplinary teams
Eligibility to obtain SC clearance

Bonus Points For:

Familiarity with Rockwell, Schneider, or Siemens platforms
Experience with integrated SCADA systems and OT Cyber Security
Knowledge of Sellafield Ltd standards and the V-Model
Certified training in PLC, SCADA, or Cyber Security

Join a high-impact programme with a leading engineering consultancy.

Apply nowand take the next step in your contract career.

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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