Lead Control Systems Engineer

Automation Experts Ltd; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary design and build contractor in Warrington seeks an experienced Lead Controls Engineer to manage complex automation projects in a hybrid working environment. You will lead a team and ensure successful project delivery for major clients in the Water, Industrial Automation, and Process sectors. Ideal candidates have strong PLC and HMI experience with manufacturers like Rockwell, Siemens, or Schneider. Benefits include competitive salary and car allowances.

Benefits

Car allowances

Benefits

Personal development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of safe working practices.
• Experience in PLC and HMI software development with at least two manufacturers.
• Familiarity with multiple communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex control system projects, managing a team as necessary.
• Develop control software, perform testing, commissioning, and handover.
• Review design documents and software developed by the team.

Skills

Safe working practices

PLC and HMI software development

Communication protocols

SCADA systems

VSDs

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Siemens

Mitsubishi

Schneider

Job description

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 Controls Engineers to join a dynamic team. Specialising in the Water, Power & Energy, Pharmaceutical 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 to support blue chip clients, positioning themselves at the forefront of value-added engineering.

Lead Control Systems Engineer

£50-55k + Car Allowances + Benefits / Hybrid Working

A key role delivering automation projects across the entire project life cycle

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

North West based role. Ref: 23684

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 progression 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

As a Lead Controls Engineer, you will enjoy a rewarding role in a leading engineering business. Working for a company who pride themselves on their culture that promotes personal development and ensures employee safety.

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.

For further information call Sharon Hill