Applications and Projects Engineer

Key Appointments (UK) Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Key Appointments (UK) Ltd in Leeds is seeking an Applications and Projects Engineer. You will lead PLC programming, build PCs, configure instruments, create electrical drawings, build panels and design SCADA systems for diverse clients from SMEs to FTSE-listed firms.

The role involves visiting sites to implement systems, training clients and providing ongoing maintenance and upgrades, with salary negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent in physics, chemical/mechanical/electrical/electronic/control/software engineering.
• Strong problem-solving with a logical approach.
• Interest in automation, control, measurement and sensing.
• Experience with AutoCAD for electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Create outline specifications, select equipment and manage costs/timescales.
• Design, build, program and commission systems.
• Visit client sites to implement systems and train clients.
• Support clients with maintenance and system upgrades.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Electrical/electronic basics

AutoCAD

Problem solving

Time management

Initiative

Education

HNC in physics/engineering or related

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

APPLICATIONS and PROJECTS ENGINEER | Horsforth, Leeds

Salary negotiable, depending on experience

Want to be in control of your own projects - a chance to really make your mark?

In this Applications and Projects Engineer role, you'll play a key role getting involved with PLC programming, building PCs, configuring instruments, producing electrical drawings, building panels and of course designing and configuring SCADA systems.

Working for a leading independent UK supplier of process instrumentation, providing everything from process and temperature controls to data loggers, transmitters, signal conditioners, PLC/SCADA systems and HMI displays.

The company supplies fully configured, tested and documented solutions to customers ranging from small independent businesses to FTSE 100 companies. Through long-standing relationships with manufacturers worldwide, it delivers high-quality products and cost-effective solutions tailored to each customer's requirements.

This is a varied, interesting and challenging role so you will thrive in this environment if you are enthusiastic and have key ideas to bring to the melting pot.

Applications and projects Engineer role involves;

• Creating outline specifications, selecting the right equipment and methodology to use, as well as responsibility for costs and times
• Involved with designing, building, programming and commissioning systems
• Visiting client sites to implement the systems as well as training the clients
• Supporting clients with ongoing maintenance and system upgrades

THE IDEAL PERSON

• Equally at home with screwdrivers, drills, hard drives and software packages
• You will probably have a least a HNC in a related degree, e.g. physics, chemical / mechanical / electrical / electronic / control /software engineering.
• A keen problem solver with a logical approach.
• Interest in automation, control, measurement and sensing.
• Experience of a commercial drawing package such as AutoCAD
• Real attention to detail and thirst for knowledge.
• Initiative to work alone, coming up with and implementing new ideas.
• Excellent time management.

Knowledge or experience of some of the following;

• SCADA packages
• PLC programming
• Modbus over RS485 and TCP/IP
• Access/SQL databases
• Electrical control circuits

Experience would be an advantage for this role but newly / lower qualified applicants will be seriously considered if they can demonstrate the attitude and aptitude required.