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# System Support Engineer

- **Company:** Construkt RS
- **Location:** Ilkeston, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Communications Protocols, Ethernet, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Ladder Logic, Modbus, Profibus, Structured Text, HMI Screens
- **Published:** June 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/39868013/

## About the Role

We are keen to speak with engineers who have experience within industrial automation, controls, electrical engineering, or similar environments.

Candidates should ideally possess:

 * A full UK driving licence.

 * Previous experience supporting, maintaining, or commissioning control systems.

 * Strong electrical fault-finding abilities.

 * Experience with PLC programming, including Ladder Logic and/or Structured Text.

 * Familiarity with SCADA and HMI systems.

 * Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, or similar.

 * Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic skills.

 * Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with customers and colleagues.

 * The ability to work independently whilst also contributing as part of a wider engineering team.

Our client recognises that no candidate will tick every box and is committed to providing ongoing training, mentoring, and development to help bridge any skill gaps.

## Description

As a System Support Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and performance of critical control systems for a range of industrial clients.

Your responsibilities will include:

 * Providing technical support to customers, diagnosing and resolving control system issues to minimise operational downtime.

 * Carrying out planned preventative maintenance, inspections, and system audits.

 * Performing electrical and software fault finding across PLC, SCADA, HMI, and associated control systems.

 * Supporting system upgrades, modifications, and optimisation projects to improve reliability and efficiency.

 * Maintaining accurate technical documentation, service reports, and system records.

 * Delivering training and support to end users and site personnel where required.

 * Working closely with engineering teams and customers to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation.

The position will be primarily based from the company's head office; however, regular travel to customer sites throughout the UK will be required.


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