R&D Control Systems Engineer: PLC, Motion & HMI Lead

JBT Marel Corporation

England

Remote

GBP 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Job summary

JBT Marel (Proseal) in Adlington, UK, is seeking a hands-on Control Systems R&D Engineer to own projects from concept to commissioning on bespoke packaging machinery. You’ll develop PLC, HMI, motion control and safety software, create electrical schematics and technical documentation, and guide projects through full lifecycle.

The role involves on-site and international travel, fault-finding, upgrades, customer training and remote support.

Qualifications

  • BSc/HNC/HND or equivalent in a relevant engineering field.
  • Proven PLC programming and multi-axis servo control experience.
  • Solid understanding of electrical and mechanical engineering principles.
  • Knowledge of functional safety regulations.
  • Experience with HMI development and on-site commissioning is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop PLC, HMI, motion control and safety software.
  • Create electrical schematics and technical documentation.
  • Lead projects through design, coding, testing, commissioning and training.
  • Collaborate with customers, suppliers and cross-functional teams.
  • Perform fault-finding, upgrades, and on-site commissioning (UK & international travel).
  • Provide remote and telephone support to customers and teams.

Skills

PLC programming
Servo motion control
HMI development
Electrical & mechanical principles
Functional safety regulations

Education

Degree / HNC / HND in a relevant field

Tools

Mitsubishi control systems
IoT skills
TCP/IP / Modbus / OPC UA
Project management
CE / UL / Machinery Directive / ISO 13849-1

Job description

JBT Marel (Proseal) in Adlington, UK, is seeking a hands-on Control Systems R&D Engineer to own projects from concept to commissioning on bespoke packaging machinery. You’ll develop PLC, HMI, motion control and safety software, create electrical schematics and technical documentation, and guide projects through full lifecycle.

The role involves on-site and international travel, fault-finding, upgrades, customer training and remote support.

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