Automation & Control Systems Specialist (Siemens PCS7)

Kanadevia Inova AG; Farnborough; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Travel to plant sites (UK)

Call out rota with daytime allowances

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Private Medical and Dental

Tailored learning and development

Job summary

Kanadevia Inova AG is seeking an Automation & Control System Specialist to establish the digital services execution team and deliver control system support for our O&M sites in the UK. The role is home-based with travel to plant sites.

The ideal candidate will maintain and upgrade Siemens PCS7 systems, configure hardware and software, troubleshoot complex issues, and train customers on best practices and safety protocols. A strong background in electrical engineering is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Solid experience with industrial control systems, specifically Siemens PCS7 and TIA Portal.
• Hands-on experience with control system integration, HMI/SCADA systems, and field instrumentation.
• Proficiency in control logic development (PLC/DCS) and system design.
• Familiarity with industry protocols (Profibus, Modbus, OPC, Ethernet/IP).
• Strong knowledge of servers, database systems and data historians.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting for control systems (Siemens PCS7).
• Configure and upgrade control systems to meet evolving operational requirements, including hardware upgrades and software patches.
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues involving hardware, software, networks and field instruments to minimize downtime.
• Assist in commissioning and start-up of new control systems, including hardware installation and system integration.
• Provide customer training and technical support on system operation and safety practices.

Skills

Control systems

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Industrial networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Siemens PCS7

TIA Portal

Job description

Kanadevia Inova AG is seeking an Automation & Control System Specialist to establish the digital services execution team and deliver control system support for our O&M sites in the UK. The role is home-based with travel to plant sites.

The ideal candidate will maintain and upgrade Siemens PCS7 systems, configure hardware and software, troubleshoot complex issues, and train customers on best practices and safety protocols. A strong background in electrical engineering is essential.