Lead Controls Technician

Matcon Ltd; Evesham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of industrial automation solutions is seeking a knowledgeable Controls Technician to assist with the setup and testing of control systems. The role includes leading a team, ensuring compliance with company standards, and strong technical expertise in wiring and troubleshooting. Ideal candidates will have an electrical HNC and experience in engineering environments.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand technical documents.
• Proficiency with spectrum of instrumentation.
• Experience with Factory Acceptance Tests preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team of Controls Technicians.
• Setup and test control systems.
• Create and develop robust Test documentation.

Skills

Understanding of control systems

Problem-solving skills

Electrical aptitude

Wiring proficiency

Excellent communication

Education

Electrical/controls HNC or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about industrial automation and capital equipment? Join Matcon, a global leader in powder handling solutions, and take the lead in delivering bespoke systems to the food, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical industries. Please see below further details of the role. If you believe you have what it takes, please apply and we look forward to meeting with you.

Overall purpose of role: Assisting with setup, testing and fault finding of control systems for all Matcon equipment and producing supporting documentation as well as providing day to day technical support and guidance to others within the department.

Responsibilities

• Leading the team of Controls Technicians to ensure timely completion of work and offering technical support and guidance when needed.
• Performing installation setup and testing of control systems.
• Machine wiring support including Panel work (hole punching, lash wiring).
• Downloading of PLC control software into test system.
• Calibration of associated equipment such as Load cells, height sensors.
• Create and develop robust Test documentation.
• Filing of test procedures to ensure audit trail is maintained.
• Liaison with Project Management department and Factory Team Lead on project deliverables.
• Overseeing all technical administration work and ensuring completion within a timely manner, and in line with contract milestones.
• Look at stock levels for regularly used kit including cabling and wiring and liaise with purchasing to produce manageable system.
• Working with the Controls Engineers to keep all control systems, mechanical and electromechanical devices operating according to the basis of design.
• Ensuring all Controls Equipment meets Matcon standards.
• Supporting R&D efforts with machine build and test.
• Ensure as built Autocad Electrical drawings and information are up to date.
• This list is not exhaustive and the job holder may be asked from time to time to undertake other duties so that the team or department can function efficiently. Such a request will be reasonable and will be within this role’s normal scope of authority.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and understand technical documents and schematic design specification to an expert level.
• A proven understanding of controls systems and manufacturing methods.
• Competent with wiring single and 3-phase equipment
• Proficient with various types of instrumentation such as Proximity sensors, load cells, RFID.
• An excellent problem solver and trouble-shooter.
• Use of computer aided design and software development.
• Excellent communicator, both written and verbal.
• Ability to lead and support other team members fostering career development.
• Enthusiastic, well organised and has an attention for detail.

Experience & Qualifications

• Electrical/controls HNC or equivalent.
• Proven electrical / engineering experience gained in panel-building, wiring, soldering, cable termination and familiarity with BS7671 18th Edition IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology) wiring regulations.
• Experience with Factory Acceptance Tests and documents preferable.
• Previous management or supervisory experience is preferred but not essential.