Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA Automation Lead

Forterra; Tamworth; Presencial; GBP 42 000 - 62 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Forterra in Wilnecote is seeking a Controls Engineer to join our site team. You will ensure reliable operation, optimisation and maintenance of automated systems including PLCs, SCADA and HMIs, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

You will troubleshoot, program and upgrade control systems, support commissioning, and train site personnel while working with production, maintenance and quality teams to reduce downtime and boost efficiency.

Qualificações

• ONC/HNC/HND or Degree in Engineering.
• Siemens PLC TIA-PRO1 or equivalent.
• Experience in PLC diagnosis and programming.
• Electrical panel building.
• Experience in fast-moving consumer goods.

Responsabilidades

• Recurring issues – Identify, analyse, prioritise and remove root causes.
• Modification documents – Manage software modifications with version control.
• Projects – Support project implementation with maintenance staff and subcontractors.
• Subcontractors – Book and accompany subcontractors; ensure safety and access.
• Plant reliability – Develop reliability of plant with defined tasks, methods and checks.
• Maintenance planning – Support schedule and ensure kits and standard work instructions are available.
• Maintenance systems – Assist in implementing a computerised maintenance system.
• Emergency response – Support operations during major breakdowns and manage HS&E risk assessments.

Conhecimentos

PLC programming

SCADA

HMI

Formação académica

ONC/HNC/HND/Degree in Engineering

Ferramentas

Siemens PLC TIA-PRO1

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Forterra in Wilnecote is seeking a Controls Engineer to join our site team. You will ensure reliable operation, optimisation and maintenance of automated systems including PLCs, SCADA and HMIs, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

You will troubleshoot, program and upgrade control systems, support commissioning, and train site personnel while working with production, maintenance and quality teams to reduce downtime and boost efficiency.