Control Systems Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Telford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Controls and Automation Engineer to enhance their modern manufacturing processes. This exciting role involves leading continuous improvement projects, troubleshooting automation failures, and collaborating with engineering teams to implement innovative solutions. The opportunity offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a contributory pension and generous holiday allowance. Join a company that is heavily investing in cutting-edge technology and infrastructure, making a significant impact in the manufacturing sector.

Benefits

Contributory pension

Life assurance

Onsite parking

33 days holiday

Canteen facilities

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in controls, automation, or mechatronics engineering.
• Proficient in PLC and robotics automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop controls improvements for manufacturing processes.
• Diagnose automation challenges with PLC, HMI, and robotics.

Skills

PLC automation

robotics

HMI systems

control systems

root cause analysis

8D problem-solving

vision systems

Education

HNC in Control Systems / Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens S7 PLC

Siemens WinCC

TAI Portal

ABB Robots IRC5

Job description

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Controls & Automation Engineer – Manufacturing

This leading manufacturer is seeking an experienced Controls and Automation Engineer to support their modern, highly automated manufacturing plant.

Location: Telford

Shift: Night Shift, 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

As part of the Advanced Manufacturing Engineer team, you will be responsible for supporting current automated manufacturing processes and equipment, leading continuous improvement projects, and taking a leading role in specifying new automated production lines or assembly cells across the facility.

Duties:

1. Develop controls improvements to enhance process efficiencies.
2. Diagnose and resolve automation challenges involving PLC, HMI, robotics, and MES systems.
3. Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and NPI teams to implement automated solutions that improve uptime, quality, and cycle times.
4. Lead Continuous Improvement activities across the department.
5. Support plant maintenance in troubleshooting automation failures.

Experience:

Applicants should have experience as Control Engineers, Automation Engineers, Mechatronic Engineers, or Multiskilled Maintenance Engineers aiming to specialize in controls.

• Control Systems / Electrical Engineering qualification at least HNC level or equivalent.
• Proficiency with PLC and robot automation (ABB Robots IRC5, Siemens S7 PLC, Siemens WinCC, TAI Portal).
• Strong understanding of control systems, root cause analysis, and 8D problem-solving.
• Experience with vision systems and innovative problem-solving skills.
• Proactive in eliminating product risks through automation and supporting new product launches.
• Able to work permanent night shifts, Monday to Friday.

The Opportunity:

This is an excellent chance for an automation or controls professional to work in a modern, world-class manufacturing facility. The package includes a competitive salary, shift allowance, contributory pension, life assurance, onsite parking, 33 days holiday, canteen facilities, and training opportunities. Join a company investing heavily in modern machinery and infrastructure, contributing significantly to its growth.

Application: Apply online or contact Robert Wigley for a confidential discussion at technical-network.co.uk.

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