Maintenance/Controls Engineer

Randstad Technologies Recruitment; Burntwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a proactive Controls & Automation Engineer to support engineering operations. Responsibilities include monitoring control panels, diagnosing faults in PLC programs, and updating technical documents. Candidates should have experience in automation or control engineering and familiarity with electrical schematics. This role offers an opportunity to expand your automation expertise within a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and highlight any issues relating to Control Panels/PLCs.
• Assist with diagnosing and correcting faults within PLC programs.
• Work confidently with technical drawings and systems of varied voltage levels.
• Provide breakdown support both remotely and on customer sites.
• Produce and update technical documents like FAT packs and manuals.
• Examine BOMs for custom-built equipment for compliance with standards.
• Maintain communication with panel builders and internal teams.

Skills

Experience in automation or control engineering

Familiarity with PLCs and electrical schematics

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work collaboratively with suppliers and internal teams

Job description

Location: Burntwood

Salary: Up to £40,000

Hours: Monday-Friday, Day Shift Only

We are seeking a proactive Controls & Automation Engineer to support our engineering operations and contribute to the development and maintenance of advanced control systems.

Role Overview

This position involves a blend of hands‑on engineering support, documentation work, and collaboration with internal and external partners. You'll play a key role in ensuring our automated systems operate smoothly and meet all technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and highlight any issues relating to Control Panels/PLCs to our automation partners.
• Assist with diagnosing and correcting faults within PLC programs when required.
• Work confidently with technical drawings and systems running on varied voltage levels.
• Provide breakdown support both remotely and on customer sites, working closely with site engineers to identify and resolve faults.
• Produce and update technical documents such as FAT packs, installation checklists, panel datasheets, and operation/maintenance manuals.
• Examine BOMs for custom-built equipment to ensure they meet both client needs and relevant international standards.
• Maintain regular communication with panel builders and internal teams regarding upgrades, wiring alterations, and software fixes.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in automation or control engineering
• Familiarity with PLCs and electrical schematics
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with suppliers and internal teams

If you’re looking for a role where you can expand your automation expertise and be part of a supportive engineering team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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