Controls Engineer

TipTopJob; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

TipTopJob is seeking a Controls Engineer to join our Gloucester team, developing and supporting bespoke automated machinery for global clients.

Role is primarily based in Gloucester with occasional international travel to client sites. You will configure networked control systems, program vision systems, and support new machine builds while ensuring safety standards across projects.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or equivalent in a software-related discipline.
• Experience in PLC, HMI and motion programming, preferably Rockwell Logix.
• Knowledge of Siemens controls and TIA Portal is advantageous.
• Robotics programming experience with Yaskawa is preferred.
• Excellent written and spoken communication.
• Self-motivated and adaptable to change.
• Willingness to travel internationally (approx. 2–3 weeks, several trips per year).
• Current passport and vaccination for international travel.

Responsibilities

• Carry out software and hardware configuration of networked control systems.
• Program and integrate vision systems for inspection using Cognex or similar.
• Provide control system support for prototypes, new builds, and existing equipment.
• Ensure machine safety to international standards and practices.
• Prepare documentation for manufacture, testing and customer packages.
• Provide on-site customer support and travel as required.
• Identify opportunities for process, productivity and quality improvements.
• Participate in product development and improvement.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Motion programming

Clear communication

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent in a software-related discipline

Tools

Rockwell Logix

Siemens S7 / TIA Portal

Yaskawa robotics

Job description

Controls Engineer : Gloucester

Competitive Salary

Our client is a specialist engineering company that delivers a range of automated products, solutions and technical services for the manufacturing sector and they are recruiting for a Controls Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. As a Controls Engineer, your role will focus on the development and support of bespoke automated machinery supplied worldwide.

This role will be predominantly based at their Gloucester office with occasional international travel to their clients sites as required.

Controls Engineer Responsibilities

• Carry out software and hardware configuration of networked control systems
• Program and integrate vision systems for inspection and measurement using Cognex or similar products
• Provide control system support for prototype, new machine builds, and existing equipment in the field
• Ensure and oversee machine safety to the relevant international standards and practices
• Prepare support documentation to assist with machine manufacture, testing, and customer documentation packages
• Provide customer support and be prepared to travel on:site as required
• Identify opportunities for process, productivity, and quality improvements
• Actively participate in product development and improvement

Controls Engineer Requirements

• Qualified to HNC/HND or equivalent in a Software:related discipline
• Proven experience in PLC, HMI, and motion programming, preferably using Rockwell Logix platform
• Experience with Siemens Control systems and TIA portal is advantageous.
• Knowledge and programming of robotic applications, preferably with Yaskawa, is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Self:motivated, enthusiastic, and able to communicate at all levels.
• Helpful and supportive approach to resolving technical challenges.
• Receptive and adaptable to change.
• Able to travel internationally to customer sites (approximately 2:3 weeks in duration, 4:5 times per annum, but may vary depending on projects).
• Current passport and fully COVID:19 vaccinated to allow international travel.

If you are a passionate and skilled Controls Engineer who thrives in a dynamic, international environment, we encourage you . Join our team and contribute to the development of cutting:edge automation solutions for the global lead acid battery industry.