Control System Engineer

Overview

Engineer and maintain SCADA/PLC/BMS systems in mission‑critical data centres.

Key Responsibilities

• scada maintenance
• plc engineering
• fault diagnosis
• bms maintenance
• site surveys
• customer support

Tasks

-Engineer and maintain SCADA and PLC systems within mission-critical data centre environments, including fault diagnosis and repair of Ignition-based front-end applications, PLC Ladder Logic, and redundant communications protocols. -Collaborate closely with sales, delivery, and R&D teams, translating client needs into effective control solutions while supporting pre-sales estimating, solution development, and ongoing system optimisation. -Deliver expert BMS (Trend) and PLC maintenance, ensuring maximum system uptime, reliability, and compliance with customer and regulatory standards. -Perform detailed site surveys and documentation, gathering all necessary data (e.g. software, graphics, containment, and wiring layouts) to enable accurate task execution and seamless project delivery. -Provide exceptional customer-facing support, handling technical challenges and complaints with professionalism while maintaining long-term client trust and promoting Chartwell’s reputation for quality and reliability.

Requirements

• plc
• scada
• bms
• controls
• problem‑solving
• communication

What You Bring

Are you a skilled and open-minded Controls or BMS Engineer ready to take your career to the next level in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment? -Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of liaising effectively with clients, sales teams, and R&D to deliver tailored, high-reliability control solutions. -Show a customer-focused mindset, combining technical expertise with a willingness to learn, a can-do attitude, and the ability to build lasting client relationships. -Possess hands-on experience with PLC and SCADA systems or someone who has a strong background in BMS engineering. -Be highly organised and proactive, with strong problem-solving abilities and a track record of working effectively during unsociable hours when required.

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Benefits

This is a home-based role with regular travel to data centres across London and the Southeast. This position offers a flexible and rewarding opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to grow in a dynamic and supportive team. £45,000 – £55,000 Basic (Overtime OTE £65K) + Bonus + Car + Training + Technical Progression + Pension + Healthcare -Company car or car allowance -Private healthcare with the option to include your family. -Industry leading bonus scheme rewarding your performance and commitment. -Pension plan -Personalised career development plan designed to help you grow and advance with us.

About Clear Engineering Recruitment

-A boutique recruiter driven by founders with extensive sector expertise. -Carved a niche in placing engineering talent across industries like data centres, power systems, and renewables. -Operates across EMEA and the US, supporting global projects in technical and white-collar engineering. -Focuses on both permanent and contract roles, often filling complex or critical engineering positions. -Partners on roles in mission-critical sectors, including data centre infrastructure and renewable energy rollouts. -Employs a network-driven model to match highly skilled engineers with niche, high-impact assignments.

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