Controls Commissioning Engineer

Proactive Technical Limited; Worlingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global is seeking a Controls Commissioning Engineer to join a dedicated team responsible for transitioning automated equipment from build to customer sign-off. The role involves programming PLCs/HMIs, commissioning servo drives and robots, and working across UK sites and abroad.

You’ll troubleshoot, test and document modifications while collaborating in design reviews and maintaining clear records. Travel to customer premises in the UK and overseas is possible.

Qualifications

• Relevant vocational training or completion of a recognised apprenticeship in electrical and/or mechanical discipline.
• Experience programming PLCs and HMIs using platforms such as Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Festo, Codesys or Siemens.
• Knowledge of setting up Servos, VFDs, Remote I/O, Ethernet and Profibus networks.
• Proven electrical, pneumatic, or mechanical experience in the automation industry.
• Ability to read electrical and pneumatic schematic diagrams and drawings.
• Knowledge of 6 Axis Robot systems is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative and under pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Program and modify control systems using PLCs, servo drives, robots and other controllers.
• Troubleshoot and adjust mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and controls equipment.
• Fault finding and assessment of mechanisms.
• Modify systems to improve performance.
• Identify opportunities for system improvements and present to team.
• Record test results and document modifications.
• Provide feedback to the project team for progress.
• Participate in internal design reviews.
• May be required to work at customer premises in the UK and overseas.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Servo drives setup

Robotics knowledge

Electrical schematic reading

Problem solving

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Microsoft Office

Education

Apprenticeship in electrical and/or mechanical discipline

Tools

Allen Bradley

Mitsubishi

Festo

Codesys

Siemens

Job description

Controls Commissioning Engineer

We are looking for a Controls Commissioning Engineer who will form part of a dedicated team whose primary focus is to transition our automated equipment from completion of build through to customer inspection and sign-off. The commissioning phase can often present a variety of challenges that are especially prevalent when building bespoke equipment to satisfy our diverse customer base. To overcome these often unique challenges, our commissioning team is well-versed in a variety of skills, and they work collaboratively to find the solutions necessary to bring about the successful completion of the project.

Responsibilities

• Programme and modify control systems using PLC's, Servo drives, Robots, and other specialised controllers specific to customer requirements.
• Troubleshoot & adjust mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and controls equipment.
• Fault finding and operational assessment of mechanisms, both in isolation and in complex form.
• Modifying systems through electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, or software means to enhance performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve a system with a view to presenting these to other team members.
• Perform tests, using structured processes, to build a defined understanding of a mechanism's limitations.
• Record test results in a suitable manner such that they can be used to support the necessity/direction of further work.
• Ensure records of all modifications are documented correctly.
• Provide proactive feedback to the project team to enable the project progress to be determined.
• Participate in internal design reviews on existing or potential projects.
• You may be required to attend and work at customer premises throughout the UK and overseas.

Requirements

• Relevant vocational training or completion of a recognised apprenticeship in electrical and or mechanical discipline.
• Experience programming Programmable Logic controllers (PLC), and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) using software such as Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Festo, Codesys, Siemens.
• Knowledge of setting up Servos, VFD's, Remote I/O, Ethernet and Profibus networks.
• Proven electrical, pneumatic, or mechanical experience within the automation industry.
• Ability to follow electrical and pneumatic schematic diagrams and drawings.
• Knowledge of 6 Axis Robot systems is preferred.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• The ability to work on your own initiative from an outline brief.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office tools

General Requirements

• Identify and understand the internal customer's requirements.
• All-round proficiency in communication.
• Maintaining a clean paper-free working environment.
• Keeping up to date with company procedures and news.
• Understanding and working with the company's core values.
• Compliance with security procedures and health & safety.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.