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Control Systems Engineer – Prodigy SCADA / Instrumentation & Control

Get Hands-On with Industrial Control Systems & Real-World Engineering Projects

We’re looking for practical, enthusiastic engineers who are curious about how things work, enjoy solving real-world problems, and want to further their career in SCADA and Instrumentation & Control (I&C).

Who Are We?

We’re Tascomp, a UK-based control systems company with over 40 years’ experience developing SCADA and monitoring systems that are used across industries - from aerospace and engine testing to pharmaceuticals and manufacturing.

Our core SCADA product, Prodigy, has been developed in-house by our engineering teams and is trusted by leading organisations across the UK and globally.

We also supply:

• PlantRun – production performance monitoring systems
• PAMS – air traffic control alarm management systems (civil & MOD)

But this role will primarily focus on Prodigy SCADA applications, integrating with sensors, PLCs, and other I&C hardware to build tailored control systems.

What Will You Be Doing?

You’ll join our Applications Team, working on a wide range of SCADA and control projects from design through to delivery.

Key tasks will include:

• Interfacing with sensors, instrumentation, and PLCs - understanding I/O signals and real-world data capture
• Configuring and customising Prodigy SCADA systems for different industries and applications
• Creating intuitive status displays, dashboards, and trend reports
• Developing control logic and automation sequences
• Setting up and testing systems in our workshop environment
• Visiting customer sites for commissioning and support
• Running Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs)
• Working closely with customer engineers to integrate with their processes
• Writing functional design specifications and project documentation
• Providing training and support to end users

This is a hands-on role where you’ll be working with real machines, real sensors, and real processes - not just coding behind a desk.

What’s In It for You?

£40k-44k salary dependent on experience, and performance pay review after 6 months

• Clear path for career progression - with no salary cap
• Flexitime and Lieu Time to maintain work-life balance
• Loyalty holiday scheme (up to 30 days leave)
• 14%+ pension contribution (with salary sacrifice uplift)
• Free parking at our site
• Exposure to diverse industries: aerospace, pharma, automotive, energy, and more
• Learn from a team of experienced SCADA engineers

What Are We Looking For?

We’re more interested in your practical mindset and enthusiasm than years of experience. If you have a genuine interest in SCADA, sensors, PLCs, and control systems, we can train you.

Essential:

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Instrumentation, IT, or Science
• A practical, problem-solving attitude - comfortable working with hardware and software
• 5+ years’ experience in an industrial environment
• Understanding of real-time data collection and process control
• Understanding of I/O signals (4-20mA, voltage, pulse counts, etc.)
• Familiarity with PLC integration
• Knowledge of databases and reporting tools
• Self-motivated and able to work independently when needed
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Full driving licence
• Proof of right to work in the UK

Desirable (but we’ll train the right person):

• Programming/scripting knowledge
• Ability to read and understand CAD drawings and technical documents
• Confident with fault finding, debugging, testing and commissioning
• Ability to specify and source suitable hardware for projects (e.g. digital signal to provide product count, analogue signal to provide level reading for tank monitoring, etc.)
• Knowledge of electrical panel design standards
• Troubleshooting of low voltage electrical panels in relation to automation equipment
• Experience with UI/UX design for operator interfaces

You’ll Thrive Here If You:

• Enjoy hands-on problem solving
• Are curious about how sensors and control systems interact
• Like working on varied, real-world projects
• Want to learn from experienced engineers and see the impact of your work
• Are enthusiastic, practical, and not afraid to get stuck in on-site

Apply Now and Build Control Systems That Matter

If you’re ready to kick-start your career in SCADA and I&C with a supportive team, working on exciting and challenging projects - we’d love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00-£44,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Billingham TS23 4EE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Billingham TS23 4EE