Controls Systems Engineer: PCS7/S7 & OT Cybersecurity

AM Global; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AM Global is seeking an EC&I Engineer to design, implement, and maintain advanced control systems in a chemical/manufacturing setting. Focus on Siemens PCS7 and S6/S7 PLCs, with strong emphasis on safety, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires hands-on design, testing, commissioning, and ongoing support, alongside collaboration with engineers, technicians and operators to optimize production and safety performance.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Electrical/Control Engineering or related field.
• Experience designing, developing and maintaining PCS7 and S6/S7 PLC control systems.
• Strong knowledge of COMAH safety requirements and process safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain control systems using Siemens PCS7 and S7 PLCs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues to minimize downtime and ensure continuous production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize process control and improve operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement control strategies for new and existing processes.
• Provide technical support and coaching to engineers, technicians and operators.
• Participate in HAZOP studies and risk assessments (LOPA).
• Maintain documentation of control systems and modifications.
• Implement OT cybersecurity measures to protect control systems per IEC 62443.
• Develop safety programming compliant with IEC 61511.
• Manage alarm systems per IEC 62682 to ensure effective operator response.
• Write process control narratives, URS, and FDS documents.
• Lead commissioning activities, testing, validation and start-up support.

Skills

Siemens PCS7

Siemens S6 PLCs

HAZOP

LOPA

OT cybersecurity

IEC 62443

IEC 61511

Documentation

Alarm management

SHEQ

Education

Electrical/Control Engineering degree

Job description

AM Global is seeking an EC&I Engineer to design, implement, and maintain advanced control systems in a chemical/manufacturing setting. Focus on Siemens PCS7 and S6/S7 PLCs, with strong emphasis on safety, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires hands-on design, testing, commissioning, and ongoing support, alongside collaboration with engineers, technicians and operators to optimize production and safety performance.