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Control Systems Engineer

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to tackle complex engineering challenges. This role involves PLC programming, system commissioning, and customer training, offering opportunities for travel and professional development. The ideal candidate will have experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs, alongside a degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronics. Join a forward-thinking company that values ingenuity and offers a supportive environment for continuous learning and career advancement. If you are self-driven and eager to make an impact in the engineering field, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Opportunities to travel
Learning & development schemes

Qualifications

  • Experienced in PLC programming, particularly Allen Bradley.
  • Knowledge of Ignition systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Writing and developing PLC code for automation systems.
  • On-site commissioning of new systems both in the UK and worldwide.

Skills

PLC Programming
Ladder Logic
System Communications
PID Controllers
Testing & Validation
Customer Training
Remote Support

Education

B.Eng./M.Eng. in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronic
BTEC with significant controls experience

Tools

Allen Bradley Rockwell
Siemens S7/TIA Portal
Ignition Systems

Job description

Control Systems Engineer

Your new company
Working in close partnership with customers to solve complex engineering challenges, this company leverages the ingenuity of its people in the application of advanced control techniques. The engineering positions provide a challenging opportunity for the commissioning of automated systems.

Your new role
Reporting to the Manufacturing Director, your duties and responsibilities will include:

  • PLC Programming: Writing and developing code for Allen Bradley Rockwell and PLC Siemens S7/TIA Portal.
  • Development: Structured ladder logic, statement list, function blocks.
  • System Communications: Set-up of EtherNet, Modbus, and Profibus.
  • Drives: Set-up of AC/DC drives and inverters.
  • PID Controllers: Knowledge for control of flow, level, pressure, temperature, and humidity.
  • Testing & Validation: Perform testing and validation of hardware/software systems.
  • Commissioning: On-site commissioning of new systems both in the UK and worldwide.
  • Customer Training: Conduct customer training sessions.
  • Software Development: Development of Robot and PLC software.
  • Remote Support: Provide remote customer support, fault-finding, and diagnostics.
  • Health & Safety: Be familiar with Risk Assessment and typical Health and Safety issues in the workplace.
  • Company Procedures: Operate within company procedures.

What you'll need to succeed
Experience: Experienced in PLC programming, particularly Allen Bradley.
Design & Development: PLC/SCADA system design and development.
Systems Knowledge: Systems, software, and hardware development experience.
Ignition Systems: Knowledge of Ignition systems is desirable.
Qualifications: B.Eng./M.Eng. in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronic degree qualification. BTEC with significant controls experience will be considered.
Attributes: Right to work in the UK, willingness to travel throughout the UK and overseas, self-driven for progressive and continued learning and development.

What you'll get in return
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent.
Pay: up to £55,000.00 per year.
Location: Telford. Opportunities to travel + opportunities to develop through qualifications and learning & development schemes.
Work Authorisation: United Kingdom (required).

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