Control Systems Engineer

CareerPoster; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Health benefits

Overtime pay

Bonus potential

Wellbeing benefits

Salary sacrifice schemes

Job summary

PDS in the East Midlands is recruiting a Control Systems Engineer to design, program and commission end-to-end control solutions for ITS, highways, airports and power projects. You will join a long-standing, technically driven team delivering reliable, high-integrity systems.

The role requires a degree or HND in control/electrical/electronic/ software engineering, at least two years in control systems, a UK driving license and the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• A Degree/HND qualification in control, electrical, electronic or software engineering.
• At least 2 years’ experience working as a control systems engineer.
• Full UK driving License.
• The right to work in The Republic of Ireland without restriction.

Responsibilities

• Ability to program PLCs using Ladder Logic, Function block or Structured Text methods.
• Ability to program and configure SCADA software packages and User Interface mimic design
• Experience of high-level programming languages such as C#, VB
• Experience of relational databases and SQL programming
• Experience of design and configuration of IP networks.
• Competent at design and testing of ELV electrical panels.
• Ability to configure CCTV, PA and telephone systems over an IP network.
• Experience of performing FAT and site commissioning under formal client-witnessed conditions.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA programming

C#

VB

SQL

IP networks

Relational databases

FAT & site commissioning

Education

Degree/HND in control/ electrical/ electronic/ software engineering

Tools

SCADA software

SQL databases

IP networking

Job description

Wanted: Control Systems Engineer

Salary – £32,200 – £47,660 + overtime and benefits

Do you want to be part of a long-standing team, who are experts in their field, where no two days are the same and where possibilities to develop new skills and experiences are around every corner? PDS is passionate about creating a friendly, open and inclusive working environment where individuals are supported to excel in their area of expertise. We are continually seeking out new ways to improve our business and are firm believers that everyone should enjoy what they do.

What we do… We are a technically driven business with over 30 years of expertise; engineering and supporting high integrity control systems where failure simply isn’t an option. These can range from small upgrades through to fully integrated turnkey solutions, covering all aspects of technology from control room to field devices. We supply the latest technology to various locations throughout the UK with our prestigious clients predominantly being within Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), Highways, Airports and Power sectors.

If you are a keen problem solver with excellent communication skills, looking for a challenging yet rewarding career in engineering, look no further. We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious systems engineer to join us on our mission to seamlessly deliver end-to-end control systems.

What we need from you.

We are seeking a team player with excellent technical aptitude who has the desire to succeed. A professional attitude is essential. You must be able to work collaboratively and proactively with our clients.

Essential Requirements for the role:

• A Degree/HND qualification in control, electrical, electronic or software engineering
• At least 2 years’ experience working as a control systems engineer
• A Full UK driving License.
• The right to work in The Republic of Ireland without restriction

The following skills and experience are strongly desired. However, we do not expect you to have experience in all of these areas and for the right candidate, training and mentoring will be provided to fill any skills gaps you may have:

• Ability to program a variety of PLCs using Ladder Logic, Function block or Structured Text methods.
• Ability to program and configure SCADA software packages and User Interface mimic design
• Experience of high-level programming languages such as C#, VB
• Experience of relational databases and SQL programming
• Experience of design and configuration of IP networks.
• Competent at design and testing of ELV electrical panels.
• Ability to configure CCTV, PA and telephone systems over an IP network.
• Experience of performing FAT and site commissioning under formal client-witnessed conditions.

There is plenty of room for growth and progression which is proven by most of the management team beginning their career with us as students.

What we offer in return.

• 33 floating holidays.
• Paid overtime.
• Company performance-related bonus.
• Wellbeing benefits.
• Pension scheme.
• Life insurance & Health benefits.
• Salary sacrifice schemes.Tech, Cycle & Electric Vehicle.
• Subsidised on-site EV charging.
• Anniversary celebrations.
• Social events.
• Hybrid working.
• Flexible working.

We pride ourselves on being a great place to work but don’t just take our word for it, here’s what Project Engineer, Dave has to say.

“Colleagues at all levels throughout the company are friendly, approachable and easy to talk to; and there is a strong sense of teamwork. I enjoy opportunities where I get to use my problem-solving skills. I like the fact that when finding solutions there is no step-by-step guide as every problem is unique, keeping things interesting and engaging.”

The company does not offer sponsorship for this role.