Electrical Controls Engineer

ASTUTE Technical Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm in Barnsley seeks an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to manage project lifecycles. You will design PLC/HMI/SCADA systems and produce technical documentation. The ideal candidate has 6+ years in controls engineering with strong AutoCAD and project management skills. Competitive salary up to £60,000 plus benefits including private medical insurance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Professional development and training opportunities

Annual pay review

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience as a Controls Engineer.
• Relevant design experience in a related electrical design role.
• Experience in control panel and MCC design.

Responsibilities

• Design and programming of PLC / HMI / SCADA systems.
• Production of test documents FAT/SAT.
• Prepare estimates, tenders, and design specifications.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI design

SCADA systems

AutoCAD

Project management

Education

Engineering qualification to at least level 4 (HND/Degree or equivalent)

Tools

SIEMENS equipment

Mitsubishi equipment

Job description

Astute’s Nuclear team is working with a long-established engineering firm known for its precision, innovation, and strong commitment to quality and safety, to recruit an Electrical Controls Engineer based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire.

This Electrical Controls Engineer role offers a salary up to �60,000, plus benefits including performance incentives and professional development opportunities.

If you’re an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer with a passion to own a complete project lifecycle, and you’re looking to join a close-knit team where technical expertise and attention to detail are truly valued, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Controls Engineer role

Reporting to the Electrical Contract Manager you will:

* Production of FDS / SDS.
* Design and programming of PLC / HMI / SCADA systems for various industries using SIEMENS, Mitsubishi etc. equipment. (SIEMENS essential)
* AutoCAD design of electrical distribution / motor control centres and PLC control systems.
* Attend client and sub-contractor meetings to support the project by providing technical expertise.
* Production of test documents FAT/SAT, and visits to panel manufacturer premises for Factory Acceptance Testing.
* Prepare estimates, tenders, design specifications, and tender specifications.
* Author O&M Manuals.
* Keep abreast of the latest developments in electrical engineering.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

* Minimum of 6 years’ experience as a Controls Engineer.
* Engineering qualification to at least level 4 (HND/Degree or equivalent).
* Relevant design (AutoCAD) experience in a relevant electrical design / controls engineering role
* Experience in control panel / MCC design, ideally with SIEMENS equipment. Project management experience will be an advantage.
* Knowledge of industrial control systems including electrical distribution equipment, MCCs, and PLC control panels.
* Working knowledge of BS EN 60204 and BS7671
* Ability to produce and manage RAMS.

Personal skills

The Electrical Controls Engineer role would suit someone who is:

* Has the flexibility to attend various sites across the UK when required
* Experience in a turnkey project environment
* Highly organised with attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills. Ability to work proactively both individually and as part of a team.

Salary and benefits of the Electrical Controls Engineer role

* �45,000 - �60,000 DOE
* Private medical insurance
* Professional development and training opportunities
* Annual pay review in line with industry standards

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.