PLC Software Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Stamford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in power turbine manufacturing seeks a Controls and Instrumentation Engineer. The role involves programming Siemens S7 PLCs, designing PLC software, and developing P&ID diagrams. Ideal candidates will have relevant engineering education and experience.

Benefits

Pension

Health Care

Life Insurance

Critical Illness Cover

Qualifications

• Experience programming Siemens S7 PLCs.
• Experience in Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Programming Siemens S7 PLCs.
• Designing and programming PLC software.
• Developing P&ID diagrams.

Skills

Programming

Knowledge of Controls systems

Competence in LV electrical circuit and panel design

Education

Instrumentation/Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Controls and Instrumentation Engineer

The COMPANY

Our client is a well-established global manufacturer of power turbines and combustion systems, serving industries including Marine, Petrochemical, Waste to Energy, Hospitals, Education, Offshore Oil & Gas, Power, and more. Their comprehensive product range has earned an excellent reputation worldwide, with their products/services used in over 100 countries. We are proud to support their ongoing expansion by providing suitable local staff to join their outstanding team.

The ROLE

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Controls/Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer experienced with Siemens S7 PLCs to join a successful and expanding organization.

Due to continued growth, they now require an additional controls engineer. The main responsibilities include:

1. Programming Siemens S7 PLCs
2. Designing and programming PLC software
3. Reviewing project files and confirming Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls scope
4. Developing P&ID diagrams
5. Preparing Instrument Data, Electrical drives (VSD), and MCC data sheets
6. Reviewing vendor quotes
7. Producing wiring schematics and connection diagrams
8. Preparing BOMs
9. Preparing PLC/DCS I/O lists

The PERSON

The ideal candidate will be an intelligent and dynamic individual eager to further develop their career within this progressive organization. Requirements include:

• Experience programming Siemens S7 PLCs
• Education in a relevant discipline (Instrumentation/Electrical/Electronic Engineering)
• Experience in Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering
• Knowledge of Controls systems
• Competence in LV electrical circuit and panel design
• Familiarity with P&ID diagrams

Salary & Package

Salary depends on experience. The package includes:

• Pension
• Health Care
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Cover

Location

This role is commutable from: Cambridge, Huntingdon, Peterborough, Stamford, Grantham, Newark, Nottingham, Northampton, Leicester, Corby, Kettering, Market Harborough, Melton Mowbray, Oakham, Spalding, St. Neots, Bourne, Wisbech, Sleaford, Lincoln, and alternative locations.

Alternative Titles: S7 Programmer, Controls Engineer - Siemens 7, Instrumentation Engineer, Controls Engineer, Senior Controls & Instrumentation Engineer, Controls Design Engineer, Instrumentation Design Engineer

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