Lead Control Systems Engineer

Automation Experts Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Lead Controls Engineer to manage complex control systems projects. You will oversee project lifecycles, from design to commissioning, working with a team or independently. Ideal candidates have strong PLC and HMI experience. This role offers a salary of £50-55k plus benefits and car allowance.

Benefits

Car allowance

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering control projects.
• Ability to lead teams of engineers.
• Experience working with major UK clients in relevant sectors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex control system projects.
• Create design documentation for projects.
• Develop control software, testing, and commissioning.
• Manage workloads of team members.

Skills

Strong knowledge of safe working practices

PLC software development experience

HMI software development experience

Experience with SCADA systems

Experience with multiple communication protocols

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Siemens

Mitsubishi

Schneider

Job description

Overview

One of the UK\'s most established multidisciplinary design and build contractors with a rich history spanning over a century are in search of experienced Lead Control Systems Engineers to join a dynamic team. Specialising in the Water, Power, Energy, and Food and Beverage industries, they are at the cutting edge of value-added engineering. With over 100 years of industry experience, they have honed their expertise in supporting blue chip clients across various sectors, positioning themselves at the forefront of value-added engineering.

Lead Controls Engineer

£50-55k + Car Allowances + Benefits

A key role delivering automation projects across the entire project lifecycle

Join a large team of controls and automation engineers across multiple UK locations

Derbyshire based role. Ref: 23694

Lead Controls Engineer - The Role:

• You will take charge of complex control system projects, either independently or leading a team of 3-5 engineers
• You will be involved in all stages of the project, from creating design documentation to developing control software, testing, commissioning and handover
• If leading a team, you will manage the workload and progress of your team members, working closely with the Project Manager to meet contractual project milestones
• You will review design documents and test the software developed by your team members

Lead Controls Engineer - The Person:

• Strong knowledge of safe working practices
• PLC and HMI software development experience using at least two manufacturers devices from Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Mitsubishi or Schneider.
• Experience with multiple communication protocols and working with SCADA systems and VSDs.

If you have a proven track record in delivering control and automation projects to major UK clients in the Water, Industrial Automation or Process sectors, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join the team and take the lead in delivering automation projects to clients.

If you have held or are interested in the following roles this position could be a perfect fit for you: Control Systems Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC Programmer, SCADA Engineer, or Senior Controls Engineer.

For further information call Sharon Hill

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