Control System Engineer

AM Global; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AM Global in the United Kingdom seeks an EC&I Engineer to design, develop and maintain Siemens PCS7 and S7 PLC control systems, ensuring on-time, on-budget project delivery. The role combines engineering excellence with hands-on support for maintenance and production teams in a regulated environment.

You will provide technical support to technicians, lead commissioning activities, participate in HAZOP/LOPA studies, and uphold IEC cybersecurity and safety standards while driving documentation and

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship or equivalent in Electrical/Control Systems engineering.
• Extensive experience with Siemens PCS7 and S7 PLCs.
• Strong knowledge of COMAH safety standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex control systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain PCS7/S7 control systems.
• Provide technical support to maintenance technicians and production.
• Lead commissioning, testing and start-up support.
• Develop and implement control strategies for processes.
• Ensure regulatory compliance including IEC standards.
• Participate in HAZOP and LOPA studies.
• Maintain documentation of control systems and modifications.
• Manage OT cybersecurity per IEC 62443.
• Maintain safety programming per IEC 61511.
• Lead alarm management per IEC 62682.
• Write process control narratives and URS/FDS documents.

Skills

Siemens PCS7

Siemens S7 PLCs

COMAH regulations

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Project management

Education

Degree/HNC/HND/apprenticeship in Electrical/Control Systems engineering

Job description

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

As a key member of the EC&I Team, ensuring new and repeat batch processes are brought online on time and within budget. Provide technical support to the maintenance technicians. Support the Manufacturing facilities in production. Contribute and deliver capital projects. Ensure regulatory compliance.

Key Accountabilities

Design, develop, and maintain control systems using Siemens PCS7 and S7 PLCs.

Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues to minimize downtime and ensure continuous production.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize process control and improve operational efficiency.

Develop and implement control strategies for new and existing processes.

Provide technical support, coaching and knowledge sharing to engineers, technicians and plant operators.

Reason: This better reflects collaborative working and development across the workforce rather than focusing solely on hierarchical job levels.

Participate in HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) studies and risk assessments, including Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA).

Maintain accurate documentation of control systems and modifications.

Implement and manage OT cybersecurity measures to protect control systems from cyber threats, ensuring compliance with IEC 62443 standards.

Develop and maintain safety programming on PCS7, ensuring compliance with IEC 61511 standards.

Manage alarm systems in accordance with IEC 62682 standards to ensure effective alarm management and operator response.

Write and contribute to the development of process control narratives, User Requirement Specifications (URS), and Functional Design Specifications (FDS) documents

Lead and participate in commissioning activities, including system testing, validation, and start-up support

SHEQ Management

Ensure compliance with COMAH regulations and other relevant safety standards.

Team Building & Incentive

Assist in the generation, data collection and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs).

Organize and deliver SHE related training modules for staff.

Communication

Verbal and written communication within Engineering Team.

Participate in interdepartmental communications.

Confidentiality

Follow company policies and procedures to keep confidentiality on sensitive information.

Others

Carry out other duties as directed by EC&I Engineering Leader

Skills & Qualifications

Education

Degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification and/or relevant industry experience in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related discipline.

Key Skills

Extensive experience with Siemens PCS7 and S7 PLCs.

Strong knowledge of COMAH regulations and safety standards.

Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex control system issues.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Work Experience

Demonstrable experience in control systems engineering within a chemical manufacturing, process industry, or similarly regulated environment, with the ability to independently design, commission, troubleshoot and maintain complex control systems.