Project Engineer

Ipsum; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in Ilkeston is seeking a Project Engineer to design and implement PLC and SCADA systems. The role involves collaborating with teams, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and conducting site tests. Ideal candidates should possess strong technical skills and a commitment to quality management. The position offers various benefits including substantial leave, pension plans, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development opportunities

24/7 access to a virtual GP

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club

Life assurance cover

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and implementing engineering solutions.
• Ability to understand and apply relevant standards.
• Proficiency in collaborating with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Design PLC and SCADA systems.
• Work with CAD engineers on panel layouts.
• Create and modify PLC, HMI, and SCADA software.
• Conduct site testing and supervise subcontractors.
• Develop method statements and risk assessments.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems design

CAD design

Risk assessment

Compliance with ISO standards

Job description

Project Engineer - Ilkeston

What’s in it for you

• We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you're not just taking a job - you're starting a career with real support behind it.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
• Life assurance cover
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Long service recognition
• Active local social committees
• Regular social events
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

About the role

As a Project Engineer at Core Controls, you will play a key role in designing, building and implementing engineering solutions across multiple industries. You will work closely with customers, internal teams, and external stakeholders to ensure the delivery of cutting-edge solutions that meet customer requirements, adhere to industry standards, and achieve project objectives.

You are responsible for the work you complete being compliant with laws, regulations, standards, specifications and codes of practice as applicable.

As a Project Engineer you will

• Design PLC and SCADA systems including sensor specification and interfacing as required
• Work with our CAD engineer(s) to design panel layouts considering component spacing for heat dissipation, cable bend radius, cable segregation and access for construction/maintenance etc.
• Create and modify PLC, HMI and SCADA software compliant with our CoP.
• Design and assist the construction of test arrangements within our workshop and create Factory Test Specification documents ensuring all functionality is thoroughly tested including all conceivable faults in hardware, software and operation.
• Undertake site testing as required by the project and supervise sub-contractors working on site.
• Understand the client's requirements and our proposed solution as well as being able to identify and understand the relevant standards (international, British and client).
• Produce method statements and risk assessments as required and create a Site Test Specification document ensuring all functionality is thoroughly tested including all conceivable faults in hardware, software and operation.

About you

• You must be able to comply with all parts of our ISO 9001, quality management system, ISO 45001, health and safety management system, ISO 14001, environmental management system and ISO 27001, information security management system.
• Collaborate with all members of the project team, work to our standard project delivery process and develop our standard templates etc. when required.
• Negotiate with the supply chain to obtain the best pricing possible

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