Controls and Automation Engineer

Major Energy Onshore; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in the Newcastle area is seeking a Controls and Automation Engineer to integrate sensor and machine learning systems and manage electrical control projects. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields, strong problem-solving abilities, and experience with relevant control systems. The role offers an opportunity to develop skills in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field preferred, but extensive experience will be considered.
• Familiarity with relevant engineering standards and regulations.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Integrate sensor, machine learning, and predictive analytics systems.
• Manage electrical control and instrumentation projects.
• Support maintenance teams and drive the adoption of digital technologies.
• Interpret, generate, and manage electrical engineering documentation.
• Lead cross-functional project teams.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Familiarity with BS:th Edition

Knowledge of PUWER

Knowledge of ATEX

Knowledge of EN IEC

Knowledge of BS EN 60204 standards

Experience with control systems (Siemens TIA Portal or similar)

Experience with motor control systems (MCCs, DOL, VFD, soft start)

Experience with automation simulation software (ABB, Yaskawa)

Experience with network protocols (PLC and LabVIEW)

Experience with Six Sigma methodologies

Experience with Lean manufacturing methodologies

Education

Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Automation, Control Systems or Mechatronics

Tools

C++

C#

Python

Solidworks

Factory simulation software

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a Controls and Automation Engineer is available a growing manufacturing company in the Newcastle area

EXCITING ROLE

The role will involve integrating sensor, machine learning and predictive analytics systems, managing electrical control and instrumentation projects, supporting the maintenance team and drive the adoption of digital industry technologies such as IoT, AI, ML etc. You will contribute to the strategic engineering roadmap and train maintenance staff on machine control systems.

You will also interpret, generate, and manage electrical engineering drawings and documentation (schematics, wiring diagrams, loop diagrams, SLDs, cable schedules, load schedules, IO lists, test schedules) and lead cross-functional project teams.

YOUR SKILLS

A Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Automation, Control Systems or Mechatronics is preferred although good experience in a dedicated role of this field will also be considered. You will need to be familiar with BS:th Edition and have a good knowledge of PUWER, ATEX, EN IEC and BS EN 60204 standards. Experience with control systems (ideally Siemens TIA Portal or similar), motor control systems (MCCs, DOL, VFD, soft start), automation simulation software (ABB, Yaskawa etc.) and network protocols (PLC and LabVIEW) is needed. You will also need good problem solving and communication skills with experience of Six Sigma and lean manufacturing methodologies preferred

Any experience of C++, C#, Python, Solidworks or factory simulation software would be an advantage

APPLY NOW

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career and technical skills within a dynamic and innovative process-based manufacturing environment

If you would like more information please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now to send your CV