Electrical Controls System Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK is seeking an Electrical Controls System Engineer for a contract role based in Chesterfield. The successful candidate will handle various aspects of control system engineering, including installation, testing, and project documentation. Expertise with Siemens S7 PLCs and SCADA systems is a must, alongside a relevant engineering degree. This role requires dedication to quality and technical requirements in a dynamic engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of electrical installation and instrumentation.
• Experience with Siemens S7 PLCs and WinCC SCADA systems is essential.
• Degree or HND/HNC in relevant engineering discipline required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for site installation, retesting, and site surveys.
• Delivering modules including PLC, SCADA, and Hardware design.
• Ensure projects meet technical and quality requirements.

Skills

Understanding of control panels

Electrical installation

Instrumentation solutions

Education

Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Control Systems or relevant discipline

Tools

Siemens S7 PLCs

WinCC SCADA systems

Job description

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Electrical Controls System Engineer, Nottingham

Client:

Belcan

Location:

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

Job location: Chesterfield

Our client, an engineering company, is seeking an Electrical Controls System Engineer / Software Engineer Controls System for a contract position (Outside IR35) of 6 months in Chesterfield, UK.

Role

As a Controls System Engineer, you will be responsible for site installation, site retesting, site surveys, full integrated system testing, CFAT, SAT, and installation. You should have experience in system specification, design, development, and testing, along with hands-on experience with Siemens S7 PLCs and WinCC SCADA systems.

Main Responsibilities

You will be responsible for delivering modules within a project, including PLC, SCADA, Testing, Networking, Documentation, and Hardware design. You will ensure projects meet technical and quality requirements, identify project opportunities and variations, and adhere to company quality processes and procedures.

Experience & Qualifications

• Strong understanding of control panels, electrical installation, and instrumentation solutions.
• A degree or HND/HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Control Systems, or a relevant discipline, or status as an Incorporated Engineer or working towards professional registration.

Desirable Experience

• Experience developing project modules, including PLC code, SCADA scripts, Mimics, and communication drivers.
• Experience in developing O & M documentation, FDS, DDS, test specifications, and design testing methodologies.
• Experience in site work documentation, risk assessments, method statements, site test documentation, and undertaking observations, variations, reworks, and system packing/shipping.

Important:

The successful candidate will be required to obtain SC clearance upon contract commencement.