Control System Engineer

Saftronics limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading salary

25 days holiday + BH

EV/Hybrid car lease

Discount retail platform

Company pension

Cycle to work

Job summary

RSE Controls (Saftronics) in Leeds seeks Control System Engineers to design, commission and support automation solutions for the water sector. You will develop control philosophies, specify hardware/software, and contribute to robust architectures across live plant environments.

The role requires a degree in engineering and PLC/HMI/SCADA experience (Allen Bradley/Rockwell or Mitsubishi), plus a full UK driving licence. A competitive salary, pension and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or equivalent (HNC/HND/Degree).
• Proven ability in design and commissioning of control & electrical systems in process automation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out intrusive surveys on live control systems.
• Develop control philosophies and hardware/software requirements.
• Design robust control system architectures and testing strategies.
• Provide ICA support and participate in FAT/SAT testing.
• Travel to sites for commissioning and support.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Electrical/eAutomation

Travel readiness

Education

Engineering degree / HNC/HND

Tools

Allen Bradley/Rockwell

Mitsubishi

Job description

What Are We Looking For?

RSE Controls (Saftronics) is recruiting Control System Engineers across our business to join us in delivering solutions to the Water industry, based out of our Leeds office. You'll be involved in the development, commissioning and support of automation and control systems solutions as well as automation and control systems design, specification, programming, simulation, testing and start-up assistance.

Some of Your Key Duties Include:

• Be responsible for the appropriate planning and carrying out of intrusive surveys on live control systems. You will identify and manage the risks associated with these surveys.
• Detailed design proposals that establish the scope of work required for new build and ICA refurbishment projects.
• Define the control system hardware and software requirements.
• Assist the electrical engineers with the development of robust Control Systems Architectures utilising appropriate technology in accordance with Client, WIMES and industrial standards.
• Provide specialist ICA assistance to the Engineer during the development of the Control Philosophy.
• Define the project Software Testing strategy and ensure appropriate time and resources are allocated.
• Be responsible for identifying the programme requirements to deliver Control System elements to achieve the project milestone dates.
• Develop detailed Functional Design Specifications and associated schedules from the agreed Control Philosophy in accordance with the Company's Quality procedures.
• Implementation of robust change control during the entire project lifecycle.
• Develop the Factory Acceptance Test Documentation
• Fully document, resolve and re-test any defects identified during testing.
• Carry out Site Acceptance Testing of the Control System against the SAT document.

What Do You Need?

• HNC/HND/Degree in Engineering or equivalent, with particular emphasis in electrical, mechanical, electronic, or automation.
• Have proven ability in the design and commissioning of control and electrical systems associated with process automation, preferably in the Hydro power and Water sector.
• Detailed experience in the development of Control Systems solutions using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's) and HMI/SCADA and Telemetry Systems in the process control environment using one or more of the following manufacturers: Allen Bradley/ Rockwell, Mitsubishi
• Experienced in integration and modification into existing systems PLC control systems in a 'live' environment.
• Have a strong working knowledge of process systems, P&ID control and loop tuning
• Working knowledge and an understanding of electrical schematics.
• Must be flexible and willing to travel, including regular site working.
• Full UK Driving Licence

RSE Controls (Saftronics) - Who Are We?

RSE Controls (Saftronics) are specialists in power & process control, excelling in the specification and supply of motor control centres, control panels, power distribution and process control systems across a wide range of industries.

RSE - Who Are We?

Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning.

Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE's key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development.

What We Offer

• Industry-leading salary dependant on experience.
• A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go.
• A holiday allowance of 25 days plus Bank Holidays.
• EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme
• Discount Retail Platform
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.