Hybrid Bristol Lead Controls Engineer – Sustaining SAQ

Edwards Vacuum; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of trust and accountability

Lifelong learning and career growth

Health and well-being

Job summary

Edwards Vacuum in Bristol is seeking a Lead Controls Engineer to oversee a team responsible for the design and maintenance of control systems. The role involves collaboration with various engineering teams and requires expertise in PLC and HMI programming.

The candidate should have at least a technical degree and a strong command of English. Emphasizing a hybrid work culture, the position offers numerous benefits, including a focus on innovation and career growth.

Qualifications

• A degree in controls or software discipline is essential.
• 3 years working in controls and software within relevant industries is desirable.
• Creation of technical documentation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of controls engineers, setting clear goals.
• Stay updated with the latest control systems technology.
• Ensure control systems meet performance requirements and safety standards.
• Provide technical support to resolve complex issues.

Skills

PLC programming – ladder logic, structured text, functions blocks, data structures

HMI programming using VB.net or other high-level languages

Good level of spoken and written English

Communication protocols – Modbus TCP, Ether-Cat

Education

HND or degree in a relevant technical discipline

Job description

Edwards Vacuum in Bristol is seeking a Lead Controls Engineer to oversee a team responsible for the design and maintenance of control systems. The role involves collaboration with various engineering teams and requires expertise in PLC and HMI programming.

The candidate should have at least a technical degree and a strong command of English. Emphasizing a hybrid work culture, the position offers numerous benefits, including a focus on innovation and career growth.