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Cambridge Technical Recruitment Ltd
Controls Engineer
United Kingdom
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 3 hours ago
- Salary
- 45000.00 - 70000.00 GBP Annual
- Recruiter
- Cambridge Technical Recruitment Ltd
- Closes
- 17 Sep 2025
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Exciting Opportunity Principal Controls Engineer Up to GBP70k
Our client is a fast–growing clean–tech start–up revolutionising the shipping industry with wind propulsion systems. With new EU regulations driving adoption and a global retrofit market of over 30,000 ships, this is your chance to join at the very start of their journey.
We re looking for a hands–on Controls Engineer who thrives in real–world environments someone who can program, test, diagnose and solve problems in deployed control systems. You don t need a marine background; the team comes from F1, Aerospace and Dyson. What matters is strong software and automation skills, an ability to apply yourself across challenges, and the drive to grow with the business as it scales worldwide.
What you ll be doing:
Designing, programming and testing control systems software
Working with PLCs and automation tools to integrate complex hardware
Getting hands–on in the field: % travel to factories and ship installations worldwide
Diagnosing issues, troubleshooting and implementing fixes on live systems
Helping shape engineering processes from a blank page as their first Controls Engineer
What we re looking for:
Strong programming background (e.g. PLCs, automation software, C/C++/Python/Matlab/Simulink or similar)
Field experience testing and troubleshooting real systems
A practical, problem–solving mindset attitude and adaptability matter most
Someone eager to grow alongside the company and influence future direction
What s on offer:
Salary up to GBP70k (depending on experience)
25 days holiday, 5% pension, private health insurance
Fully remote role with monthly UK meetups
Travel expenses fully covered for site visits worldwide
The chance to define a function in a company set for global growth
Interview process:
Online meeting with Head of Engineering and Hiring Manager
Follow–up (possibly in person) depending on response
Final discussion with CEO
This is a rare opportunity to be the first Controls Engineer in a pioneering company, with genuine influence and global impact. If you want to grow your career while helping decarbonise shipping, we want to hear from you.
Apply now to join our client on this exciting journey.
Ad ID: 5416980529
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