Control Systems Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Telford; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to tackle complex engineering challenges. This role involves PLC programming, system communications setup, and on-site commissioning of automated systems. You will be responsible for developing software for robots and PLCs, conducting customer training, and ensuring health and safety compliance. The position offers opportunities for travel and professional development through various learning schemes. If you are self-driven and eager to grow in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Opportunities for travel

Learning & development schemes

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Write and develop PLC code for automation systems.
• Conduct customer training and provide remote support.

Skills

PLC Programming

Allen Bradley Rockwell

Siemens S7/TIA Portal

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

EtherNet

Modbus

Profibus

Robot software

SCADA systems

Job description

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:

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

What you'll need to succeed

1. Experience: Experienced in PLC programming, particularly Allen Bradley.
2. Design & Development: PLC/SCADA system design and development.
3. Systems Knowledge: Systems, software, and hardware development experience.
4. 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 and develop through qualifications and learning & development schemes.
Work Authorisation: United Kingdom (required).

What you need to do now
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