Controls Engineer

Stirling Warrington; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A key role for a Controls Engineer at a growing manufacturing site in Nuneaton, focusing on ensuring efficiency and reliability of processes. Responsibilities include diagnosing technical issues, developing maintenance schedules, and implementing new technologies. Ideal candidates will have experience with Siemens, Omron, and Allen-Bradley PLCs and relevant certifications.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice EV vehicle scheme

Annual bonus

X4 death in service

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Controls Engineering, particularly with Siemens, Omron, and Allen-Bradley PLCs.
• Familiarity with industrial networks and protocols (Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet, Modbus) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues on control systems.
• Developing and executing maintenance schedules for PLCs, HMIs, and other automation hardware.
• Leading engineering projects that improve site operations and sustainability.

Skills

Troubleshooting

PLC Programming

Problem Solving

Education

HNC Level

Electrical Competency Certification (BS7671)

Tools

Siemens PLC

Omron PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Job description

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Base pay range

Nuneaton.

Day Shifts.

Our client is expanding their team at their site in Nuneaton and are looking for a Controls Engineer. This role is key in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of their manufacturing processes as they continue to grow.

• Salary sacrifice EV vehicle scheme.
• Annual bonus.
• X4 death in service.
• Cycle to work scheme.

What the Controls Engineer will do:

• You'll be the go-to expert for diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues on control systems on site, minimising downtime and ensuring smooth operations.
• Take charge of developing and executing maintenance schedules for PLCs, HMIs, and other automation hardware, keeping everything running at peak performance.
• Work with Siemens, Omron, and Allen-Bradley PLC systems to enhance and modify control programs to meet ever evolving production needs.
• Spearhead system upgrades and process improvements, driving the implementation of new technologies to keep ahead of the curve.
• Lead engineering projects that improve site operations, efficiency, and sustainability, collaborating across teams to make it happen.
• Ensure our control systems meet the highest safety standards, maintaining detailed records and adhering to regulations.

What we look for in the Controls Engineer:

• Ideally qualified to HNC level. You’ll also have an electrical competency certification (BS7671) and UK Electrical Test & Inspection qualifications.
• Proven experience in Controls Engineering, particularly with Siemens, Omron, and Allen-Bradley PLCs in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• You’ll need to be proficient in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Familiarity with industrial networks and protocols (Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet, Modbus) is essential.
• You’ll need to be a quick thinker, identifying and solving problems proactively to keep operations running smoothly.
• Experience with SCADA systems, HMI development, robotics, motion control, and advanced automation tech.
• Knowledge of safety systems (SIL, ISO 13849) and certifications in specific PLC platforms.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, contact Justin Norley at Stirling Warrington today.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production

• Industries

  Engineering Services and Manufacturing

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