Control Systems Engineer

Due to continuing growth, we are seeking a design engineer with control systems or automation qualifications or experience.

Location: Saltash, with UK and international travel
Hours: Permanent, Full-Time, Monday to Friday

Imagine working somewhere your ideas genuinely shape the future of technology. At Composite Integration, every project you touch contributes to world-class innovation, from luxury yachts to giant wind turbine blades, to cutting-edge aerospace components.

We’re not just building machines; we’re pioneering processes that transformed the composites industry, including the Direct Infusion process we developed in the early 2000s. Customers worldwide trust our solutions for precision, reliability, and innovation, but it’s our people who make it all possible.
If you’re looking for more than a job – if you want a place to grow, to be heard, and to make a real impact, keep reading. This could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

As a Control Systems Engineer at Composite Integration, you’ll play a key role in developing the software that controls, monitors, regulates and automates the next generation of composite manufacturing technology. From creating software design concepts to supporting commissioning on-site, this is a role that blends creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on engineering.

You will have Electronic and electrical software development experience with Programmable logic controller (plc) experience and/or Siemens Tia Portal Software experience preferable.

The role will be instrumental in designing automated machinery, equipment, and processes for the closed moulding composite process. The role will also provide technical assistance to other projects and clients globally.

You’ll work closely with colleagues, suppliers, and clients worldwide, contributing to projects that range from luxury marine components to aerospace innovation. No two days are the same; one moment you’ll be turning concepts into detailed designs, the next you could be supporting a client on the factory floor or helping refine a cutting-edge process.

What you’ll be doing:

• Designing electrical and control systems for composite moulding processes.
  Developing design concepts and producing drawings and specifications using appropriate software.
  Researching new solutions, technologies, and techniques to enhance our equipment and processes.
  Supporting the full project lifecycle, from feasibility studies and BOMs through to build, commissioning, and client handover.
  Providing training and technical support to client engineers and operators, both in the UK and internationally.
  Collaborating with colleagues on sales enquiries, quotations, and technical problem-solving.
  Maintaining compliance with health and safety standards and ensuring accurate documentation throughout.

This is a role where your ideas matter, your skills grow, and your work has a tangible impact on the future of composite technology.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for a motivated Control Systems Engineer who’s excited by solving problems, pushing boundaries, and delivering high-quality work. You’ll thrive in this role if you’re curious, practical, and able to balance creative thinking with technical precision.

Skills & Experience

• An engineering degree (or equivalent experience – at least 1 year in a relevant Control systems role).
• Proficiency with electronic and electrical software.). Experience with Programmable logic controller (plc) experience and/or Siemens Tia Portal Software experience preferable.
• Strong technical understanding with the ability to create accurate, innovative, and practical design solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical information clearly and build strong relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and clients.
• Organised and detail-driven, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Confidence with Microsoft Office and databases.

Personal Qualities

• Takes ownership and pride in producing high-quality work.
• A “completer-finisher” mindset, spotting details others might miss.
• Curious, questioning, and not afraid to challenge ideas constructively.
• Flexible and adaptable, equally comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel in the UK and internationally when required (passport and driving licence essential).
• Eager to keep learning, staying up to date with new technologies, techniques, and trends.

OUR CULTURE

At Composite Integration, we believe there is always a better way, and that mindset drives both our technology and our teamwork.
We live by three simple values:

• Be Approachable – we’re open, collegiate, and generous with our knowledge.
• Ask Questions – our curiosity fuels innovation and improvement.
• Own It – we’re tenacious, focused on success, and always keep our promises.

We’re also deeply committed to sustainability, setting high standards for ourselves while reducing our footprint and embracing eco-friendly practices. Above all, we create an environment where people feel supported, challenged, and valued.

WHAT YOU’LL GET WITH US

• We go beyond the basics to create a workplace that rewards hard work, supports wellbeing, and helps you build a lasting career.
• Enhanced Holidays – 30 days annual leave to start, plus an extra day for each year of service (up to 5 additional days).
• Westfield Healthcare – cover that contributes towards dental, osteopathy, chiropody and more, plus retail discounts.
• China Fleet Country Club Membership – free access to gym, pool, racquet sports, fitness classes and leisure facilities.
• Enhanced Sick Pay – peace of mind if you’re unwell, with full sick pay available at management discretion.
• Social Events – from team-building days to pub quizzes, we believe in celebrating successes together.

YOUR CAREER – OUR COMMITMENT

Composite Integration is more than just a workplace, it’s a place to learn, innovate, and grow. Many of our team have advanced their careers here, taking on new challenges and developing skills that make a lasting impact in the industry.
If you’re ambitious, curious, and ready to take ownership of your role, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in shaping the future of composites with us.