Actemium Automation Hampshire - Senior Controls Systems Engineer

Vinci; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Senior Control Systems Engineer at a leading firm. In this role, you will design, test, and commission advanced control systems, ensuring compliance with all standards and specifications. You will also mentor junior engineers and collaborate with project managers to deliver projects on time and within budget. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous holiday allowance and health support schemes. Join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative projects in industrial automation, where your expertise in PLC systems and programming will be invaluable.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

Health Shield

Employee Assistance Scheme

Profit Share Scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in system integration or substantial experience with lower qualifications.
• Proficient in control system design documentation and project lifecycle understanding.

Responsibilities

• Mentor junior staff and liaise with customers and internal teams.
• Design, test, and commission control systems to meet specifications.

Skills

Control System Design

PLC Programming

HMI/SCADA Coding

Python

C#

Java

Communication Protocols (Modbus, OPC)

Project Management

Industrial Automation

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Relevant Discipline

Tools

CodeSys

Straton

Beijer

Rockwell

Siemens

Schneider

Wonderware SCADA

Job description

About the role

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Control Systems Engineer.

Design, test, and commission control systems in accordance with company, customer, and legislative requirements.

Benefits include: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Health Shield, Employee Assistance Scheme, Profit Share Scheme.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Team:
   • Mentor and coach junior staff.
   • Liaise with customers and internal design/management team.
   • Prepare and review control system design, build, and testing specifications and O&M manuals to the required standard.
   • Design and test control systems in accordance with agreed specifications, standards, and legislative requirements.
   • Provide technical supervision of system design, build, and installation personnel.
   • Support Project Managers with project planning and effort estimation.
   • Assist in tendering activities, including cost estimation and technical proposals.
2. Specialism:
   • Develop control system software to meet project needs.
   • Support development and implementation of software standards.
   • Provide onsite commissioning and testing of control systems, adhering to site regulations.
   • Review control system design and testing in line with specifications and standards.
3. General:
   • Work with Project Management to ensure timely, budget-compliant delivery.
   • Ensure all control systems meet specifications, standards, and legislative requirements.
   • Follow HR policies and maintain proper records.
   • Ensure safety and compliance of all equipment.
   • Follow business procedures and perform other duties as required.

The Person:

• Qualified to HNC/HND/degree level in a relevant discipline, with extensive experience in system integration or substantial experience with lower qualifications.
• Proficient in control system design documentation.
• Understanding of project lifecycle and programming environments like CodeSys, Straton, Beckhoff.
• Experience with PLC-based control systems, HMI/SCADA coding, and programming languages such as Python, C#, Java.
• Knowledge of communication protocols like Modbus, OPC.
• Experience in machinery safety standards and onsite commissioning.
• Knowledge of industrial hardware systems, control panel design, and hardware documentation.
• Background in industrial automation, preferably in water/wastewater, oil & gas, or manufacturing sectors.
• Experience with platforms like Beijer, Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Wonderware SCADA, and PLCs.
• Familiarity with Industrial Ethernet, DeviceNet, Profibus, Profinet.

Key Personal Competencies

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time-management skills.
• High-quality work ethic and a right-first-time approach.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and team-oriented.
• Effective at learning, influencing others, and professional communication.
• Accountable, professional appearance, and customer-focused.