[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All KION Group jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kion-group/) · [Search jobs](/search/) KION Group · Banbury, United Kingdom # Controls Software Design Engineer Banbury, United Kingdom Full-time Software Engineering Listed on KION Group’s official careers site. Posted September 28, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on KION Group’s careers site →](https://kiongroup.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/KIONGroup/job/Banbury-United-Kingdom/Senior-Controls-Design-Engineer_JR-0079112-1) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [KION Group](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kion-group/) / Controls Software Design Engineer ## Job description As a Controls Engineer, you will be directly involved in designing and implementing control solutions for world-class automated material handling systems and execute this by ensuring consistent standards and driving continuous improvement within the design team. You will leverage your expertise in controls engineering to provide software design for PLC’s, HMIs, and SCADA systems following this through to the testing and commissioning phases while having an awareness of the cost, timescale, and requirements of the material handling project. This is an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in a global and dynamic engineering community and have valuable input in the design and execution of some of the most impressive and innovative material handling systems across the globe! ### We offer Career Development Competitive Compensation and Benefits Pay Transparency Global Opportunities Learn More Here: [https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer](https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer) About Dematic: Dematic is a global leader in intelligent intralogistics and material handling solutions. With a rich history of innovation and a commitment to excellence, we provide cutting-edge technology and expertise to optimize our clients' supply chains. We offer an inclusive and collaborative work environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. ### Tasks and Qualifications Key Responsibilities: Deliver the assigned project scope and tasks by meeting\exceeding our safety, quality, On-Time-Delivery and budget requirements. Produce PLC software and/or visualization systems. Emulate the control system in a virtual environment and test PLC software. Interpret electrical schematics and design input information. Deliver controls engineering activities related to project design and implementation. Ensure systems designed and supplied are CE Compliant to the Machinery Directive Produce of all associated documentation including, but not limited to, design calculations, design specifications, Method Statements and Risk Assessments, operation and maintenance manuals, and test specifications. Commission controls systems on site and to provide support to system commissioning activities and training for the end user. Maintain good relationships with all internal and external customers, through the provision of a high-quality service. Promote personal and business continuous improvement and development of processes to achieve improved time cost and quality or project delivery. ### Qualifications & Experience A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering is desirable however those with a HNC/HND in Electrical/Mechatronics/Controls Engineering will also be considered. Experience in designing controls systems in Siemens S7 or TIA Portal. Extensive proven hands-on experience working within an industrial automation environment. Good understanding of PLC development tools. Proficient with Industrial Networks such as Profinet, Profibus, ASi, EthernetIP or similar. Experience working with E-plan is desirable not essential. Good understanding of Electrical and Electronic technical manuals & drawings. Understanding of design requirements such as Machine Directive and its standards. Good understanding of distributed control systems. Extensive understanding of software testing and emulation. Full UK Driving Licence as the position will require travel up to 60% of the time to customer sites both in the UK and across EMEA. Dematic is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Dematic prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion or belief, age, sex, national or ethnic origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 28, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 19, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 21 days - Location: Banbury, United Kingdom - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on KION Group’s careers site →](https://kiongroup.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/KIONGroup/job/Banbury-United-Kingdom/Senior-Controls-Design-Engineer_JR-0079112-1) ## More jobs at KION Group ### [Software Support and Development Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kion-group/jobs/8da470af1a0fef305779/) Banbury, United Kingdom ### [Control Design Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kion-group/jobs/0ac362b407b11c9eadc9/) Banbury, United Kingdom ### [Field Operation Technician (Mechanical Bias)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kion-group/jobs/478996c27e8384e935ac/) Banbury, United Kingdom ### [Senior Project Scheduler](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kion-group/jobs/3ab00cbb1b4a36f3e2df/) Banbury, United Kingdom ### [Systems Integration Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kion-group/jobs/f36950140b1b787c86f6/) Banbury, United Kingdom ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Software Controls Engineer – PLC/HMI/SCADA Warrington, Warrington, England Warrington, Warrington, England ENGINEERING / DESIGN STUDIES / METHODS ENGINEERING / DESIGN STUDIES / METHODS](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vinci/jobs/4eb8a10cc0defd3d4549/) VINCI · Warrington, England ### [Sr. Building Automation Design Engineer - PLC & Industrial Controls](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/a7c99ff53da6f6c76bec/) Siemens ### [ILIOS - Project Controls Engineer Sturton le Steeple, England Sturton le Steeple, England ENGINEERING / DESIGN STUDIES / METHODS ENGINEERING / DESIGN STUDIES / METHODS Permanent](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vinci/jobs/805ad629112727713cf0/) VINCI · Sturton le Steeple, England ### [Principal Controls Design Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens-energy/jobs/e8c7b76ed43903cf23f2/) Siemens Energy OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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