Controls Engineer
- Added on:
- 01 Dec 2025
- Contract type:
- Full Time
- Ref:
- Location:
- Office based position
- Currency:
- Figure:
Controls Engineer
Description
About Us: Alpha Converting designs and manufactures a wide range of special
purpose machines for the converting industry. Our machines are varied, high
quality, often automated, and exported worldwide. We are constantly innovating,
making Alpha Converting an exciting place to work with many technical
challenges. With lead times typically of 4-9 months, you will quickly see the
results of your work and gain personal satisfaction from successfully completed
projects.
Role Overview: As a Controls Engineer, you will work in a small team and be
involved in the full life cycle of our machines, from design to testing and
commissioning. You will need a strong understanding of both hardware and
software skills, including electrical circuit design, variable speed and servo
drives, PLCs, and HMIs. We are looking for someone with strong software skills
to lead the development and management of our software across our full range
of equipment.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop control systems for special purpose machines
- Work with electrical circuit design, variable speed drives, servo drives,
PLCs, and HMIs. - Lead software development and management for our equipment.
- Test and commission machines, ensuring they meet quality
standards. - Travel within Europe and the USA as required.
- Become a Technical Expertise: Provide in-depth technical support and
application guidance to customers, ensuring they get the most out of
our products.
Qualifications:
- A good degree or HND in Electrical Engineering.
- Experience with special purpose machines.
- Strong software skills and the ability to lead software development.
- Relevant experience with variable speed drives, PLCs, HMI, and safety
is an advantage. - Ability to rapidly pick up new ideas and enjoy technical challenges.
- Commitment to the success of the company and a flexible, efficient,
and quality-oriented attitude.
Incentives
• An innovative and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities to work on varied and interesting projects.
• A chance to see the immediate impact of your work.
• Competitive salary based on ability and experience.
Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and become a key player
in Alpha Converting's success!
Apply to : Matthew Wilson –matthew.wilson@alpha-converting.co.uk
Note to Applicants: We value problem-solving skills and the ability to think
critically about the implications of your decisions. We are looking for
candidates who are committed and have the potential to grow with us. While
experience is important, we are more interested in your ability to understand
and plan complex control systems.




