Controls Engineer

Mativ; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Controls Engineer, where you will play a key role in enhancing manufacturing processes and safety. This position involves troubleshooting complex machine faults, developing continuous improvement programs, and coaching a talented engineering team. You will work in a dynamic environment, utilizing your expertise in machine drive and control systems. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a global specialty materials company dedicated to improving lives and the environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified engineer with a recognized apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a similar role within a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing complex machine faults and control system errors promptly.
• Developing and implementing projects to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Coaching and developing maintenance engineering team members.

Skills

PLC fault finding

Diagnostics and programming with Siemens S5/71

Robotic handling equipment programming

Machine safety control systems knowledge

Strong fault-finding abilities

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

BS7671 17th Edition

Tools

Siemens S5/71

Telemecanique PL7

Allen Bradley

Omron

Job description

Job Description

Position Title: Controls Engineer

Location: Gilberdyke, East Yorkshire, UK

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Engineering Team as a Controls Engineer. In this role, you will support the business by providing expert technical support to engineering and operations, with a focus on machine drive & control system technologies. You will develop and implement continuous improvement programs to enhance manufacturing safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency. Your responsibilities include troubleshooting to root cause, coaching and developing the engineering team, and working within a continuous improvement environment. This position is based at our site in Gilberdyke, East Yorkshire, UK, reporting to the site Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities

Key tasks include:

• Diagnosing complex machine faults and control system errors promptly to minimize downtime, and applying permanent corrective measures.
• Developing and implementing projects to improve manufacturing availability, product quality, safety, and process efficiency.
• Maintaining knowledge of manufacturing processes and operating sequences of the CAT 1 manufacturing processes.
• Coaching and developing maintenance engineering team members on machine control and automation systems.
• Updating electrical system documentation following changes.
• Investigating plant failures (FMEA) and preparing reports.
• Providing second-level support to shift teams during reactive maintenance.
• Conducting obsolescence reviews and creating risk mitigation plans.

Unique aspects of this role

• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with diverse equipment.
• Proficiency in PLC fault finding, diagnostics, and programming with Siemens S5/71, Telemecanique PL7, Allen Bradley, Omron.
• Experience programming 6-axis robotic handling equipment.
• Knowledge of machine safety control systems per BS EN ISO 13849-1.
• Designing and modifying electrical control circuits in compliance with legislative standards.
• Understanding inverter and servo drive systems, including parameterization and tuning.
• HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, BS7671 17th Edition. C&G 2391 or equivalent training is advantageous.

Qualifications and Skills

• Qualified engineer with a recognized apprenticeship or equivalent, committed to continuous professional development.
• Proven experience in a similar role within a manufacturing setting.
• Leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Strong fault-finding, problem-solving, and system design abilities.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and share knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

About Mativ

As a leading global specialty materials company, Mativ is committed to improving lives through innovative solutions. We help solve complex problems with scientific expertise, creative solutions, and manufacturing excellence across four continents.

We share your aspirations to make air safer, water cleaner, and the earth greener with our products and solutions. Learn more at www.mativ.com.