Control Systems Engineer

Johnson Matthey Plc; Watford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings

Share plans

Saving accounts

House saving funds

Life and disability insurance

Commuter allowances and loans

Medical plans / health assessments

Fitness discounts

Job summary

Johnson Matthey PLC is seeking a Controls Systems Engineer to design, install and maintain PLC and SCADA software and hardware at Royston. You will fault-find, test logic, and implement changes in line with MOC requests, while supporting projects and new installations.

Strong knowledge of Rockwell ControlLogix, Omron CS1/CJ, and SCADA/HMI packages is essential. You will engage in alarm management and live production support in a site-based environment.

Qualifications

• Formal electronics/controls qualification or equivalent.
• Hands-on PLC programming experience across Rockwell and Omron platforms.
• Experience deploying and maintaining SCADA systems and HMI interfaces.
• Ability to work on live production environments with safety considerations.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, and maintain PLC and SCADA software and hardware.
• Fault finding, testing, and implementing changes per MOC requests.
• Contribute software and controls input for projects and new installations.
• Support alarm management and safety-related control functions across plants.

Skills

PLC programming

Rockwell ControlLogix

Omron CS1/CJ

SCADA integration

Studio 5000

CX-Programmer

Industrial networks

Alarm management

Education

Degree / HNC / HND in Electrical/Controls

Tools

Studio 5000

RSLogix 5000

CX-Programmer

Wonderware InTouch

Ignition

FactoryTalk View

Job description

Job title: Controls Systems Engineer

Location: Royston, UK (site based)

Working within the Engineering support Team and reporting to the Controls System Lead Engineer, the Software/Controls Engineer (SCE) is responsible for designing, installing, managing and/or maintaining equipment and software on PLC and SCADA systems, which are used to monitor and control the plant systems at Royston.

Much of your time will be spent on software orientated tasks including but not limited to: fault finding, testing of Logic coding, implementing changes to the existing Controls Infrastructure in line with actions arising from MOC requests, attend HAZOP Studies / PHA’s etc as a Software and Controls representative. Provide Software and Controls input for projects for the site, this could be modifications to existing systems or new installations altogether.

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Controls System engineer, you'll contribute to JMs mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

Platinum Group Metal Services (PGMS) is one of four businesses within the Efficient Natural Resources Sector that manages, distributes, refines and recycles precious metals and fabricates products using precious metals and related materials. The business unit also manufactures platinum group metals, minor metal compounds, organometallics and fine metal powders for high technology applications, as well as providing a range of management services for platinum group metals. PGMS has manufacturing operations in the UK, US and China and sells to key markets globally across Europe, the US and Asia.

The role:

As a Controls Systems Engineer, you will help drive our goals by:

• Supporting the projects teams at initial design stages to offer advice on the selection of software and controls equipment to ensure improved levels of plant reliability and maintainability, designing, developing, installing, managing and/or maintaining equipment and software as required.
• Implement and continually review the controls strategy to ensure business needs, both current and future are maintained and developed.
• Implement recognised standards with regards to alarm management and safety related control functions so that process safety is delivered.
• Provide expert knowledge of PLC systems, JM preferred is Omron and Allen-Bradley.
• Provide expert knowledge of SCADA systems, JM preferred is Wonderware (Intouch) and Inductive Automation’s (Ignition) SCADA packages.
• Lead completion of software related breakdowns and reactive plant support
• Ongoing monitoring and maintenance of the controls network infrastructure including but not limited to:
  • Server Health monitoring
  • Data replication / backup verifications
  • Database administration for IACS.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• Hold a formal Electronic/Controls qualification such as Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent recognised Training
• Strong hands-on experience with PLC programming, modification, and fault-finding across Rockwell Automation (Control Logix, CompactLogix) and Omron (CS1/CJ series) platforms
• Proficient in Studio 5000 / RS Logix 5000 for Rockwell Systems and CX-Programmer for Omron systems
• Competent in commissioning, testing, and maintaining Industrial Control Systems in a live production environment
• Experience integrating PLCs with SCADA/HMI Systems, including Intouch (Wonderware), Ignition (Inductive Automation) and FactoryTalk View SE/ME (Rockwell)
• Skilled in diagnosing communication issues across Ethernet/IP, Device net, Profibus and Omron FINS networks

Work Environment:

The work environment is mostly office based with occasional visits to the operational areas, both pyrometallurgical and Hydrometallurgical.

Even if you only match some of the skills, we'd love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees' financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement savings
• Share plans
• Saving accounts
• House saving funds
• Life and disability insurance
• Commuter allowances and loans
• Medical plans / health assessments
• Fitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

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Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.