Precision Systems Control Engineer

General Description

Senior Precision Systems Controls Engineer – Advanced Technology Company – Oxfordshire – 70K

To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.

• Are you someone who can lead the technical development of control systems within high-precision products?
• Do you have practical experience tuning PID loops to manage vibration in high-precision systems?

If this sounds like your kind of challenge, please get in touch.

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About the Opportunity

I’m recruiting a Senior Precision Controls Engineer for a fast-growing technology company in Oxfordshire, developing advanced solutions for high-precision manufacturing. Their innovative technology is being adopted by leading equipment manufacturers globally.

The Role

As the Senior Controls Engineer, you will report to the Electronics Manager, and you’ll be the technical expert driving the development and enhancement of precision control systems. This isn’t just theory; you’ll be hands-on with equipment, proving performance, solving complex challenges, and feeding learning into future innovations.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading technical development of control systems
• Supporting noise handling at sub-nanometer scales
• Acting as the subject matter expert and knowledge centre for control systems
• Managing technical planning for integration and test activities
• Supporting applications, manufacturing, and service teams with fault identification and resolution

What You’ll Need:

Essential:

• Proven experience in practical engineering development activities
• Track record as a technical lead on Control Systems
• Strong knowledge of Feedback and Feedforward loops
• Ability to project manage your own work, including timekeeping and stakeholder communication
• BSc/BEng in Physics, Engineering, or similar (or equivalent growth path through apprenticeship and design positions)

This role is predominantly onsite, working in a high-tech facility.

Salary is up to 70K with a bonus, shares, and pension

It is an immediate requirement. You must have the right to work in the UK; no sponsorship is on offer.

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