Control Systems Engineer

ASC Connections; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to maintain and upgrade critical control systems. You'll engage in various responsibilities including fault-finding and project delivery, collaborating closely with engineers and suppliers. The ideal candidate should have strong programming skills, particularly in Allen Bradley, and a relevant qualification with significant industry experience. Benefits include a competitive salary and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Life assurance

Sick pay scheme

Pension

Optional medical cash plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years' industry experience.
• Strong programming skills in Allen Bradley.
• Solid grasp of functional safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Keep critical control systems running smoothly.
• Drive upgrades across PLC, DCS, SIS, SCADA and HMI platforms.
• Engage in fault-finding and project delivery.

Skills

Strong Allen Bradley programming (RSLogix 500, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk)

Functional safety knowledge (SIL, LOPA, SIS)

Experience with industrial communications (Ethernet, Modbus, Profinet)

Ability to interpret engineering documents and drawings

Education

HNC+ in Controls/Electronics/Instrumentation

Job description

Control Systems Engineer

Join a long-established, highly respected chemical manufacturer that invests in its people, its technology and its future. With cutting-edge facilities, a global customer base and a reputation for innovation, this is a place where experienced engineers can make a real impact.

You’ll be a key player within the EC&I team-keeping critical control systems running smoothly and driving upgrades across PLC, DCS, SIS, SCADA and HMI platforms. Expect real variety: fault-finding, project delivery, Management of Change, and close collaboration with engineers, suppliers and integrators.

What You’ll Need:

• Strong Allen Bradley programming (RSLogix 500, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk).
• Solid grasp of functional safety (SIL, LOPA, SIS).
• Experience with industrial comms (Ethernet, Modbus, Profinet etc.).
• Ability to interpret engineering documents and drawings.
• HNC+ in Controls/Electronics/Instrumentation with 5+ years' industry experience.

What You’ll Get:

• 50-55K depending on experience
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• 40-hour week (Mon-Fri, 8am-4:30pm)
• Life assurance, sick pay scheme, pension & optional medical cash plan

A great opportunity for someone who wants technical challenge, career development and long-term stability. Interested? Let’s talk.

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