Senior Control Engineer

JAM; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

JAM in Aberdeen seeks an experienced ABB control systems engineer to design, develop and maintain ABB 800xA solutions. You will configure AC800M controllers, perform FAT/SAT testing, and lead technical activities across projects.

The role requires extensive ABB 800xA experience, strong MCS knowledge and the ability to work independently within a regulated, energy/chemicals environment. Hybrid office attendance is required in Aberdeen.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience with ABB Distributed Control Systems.
• Extensive ABB 800xA experience.
• Strong knowledge of AC800M controllers.
• Proficient in Function Designer programming.
• Experience programming using Structured Text.
• Experience using Bulk Data Manager.
• Ability to work independently and provide technical leadership within a project team.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Experience with MOD300 systems.
• Experience with AC450 controllers.
• Knowledge of ABB Safeguard safety systems.
• Previous experience delivering ABB controller upgrade and migration projects.
• Experience working in regulated process industries such as energy, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, water or oil & gas.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and modify ABB 800xA control system applications.
• Develop and maintain control strategies using Function Designer and Structured Text.
• Configure and support AC800M controllers.
• Perform database engineering and bulk configuration using Bulk Data Manager.
• Support control system upgrades, migrations and system enhancements.
• Produce and review functional design specifications and technical documentation.
• Carry out FAT, SAT and commissioning activities.
• Diagnose and resolve software, hardware and communications issues.
• Collaborate with project managers, process engineers and commissioning teams to meet milestones.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with standards, procedures and safety regulations.

Job description

Location: Aberdeen Hybrid – Office attendance required for a minimum of two weeks in every four-week period.

Rate: £50–£60 per hour, dependent on experience.

Duration: 12 month contract

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and modify ABB 800xA control system applications.
• Develop and maintain control strategies using Function Designer and Structured Text.
• Configure and support AC800M controllers.
• Perform database engineering and bulk configuration using Bulk Data Manager.
• Support control system upgrades, migrations and system enhancements.
• Produce and review functional design specifications and technical documentation.
• Carry out Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and commissioning activities where required.
• Diagnose and resolve software, hardware and communications issues.
• Work collaboratively with project managers, process engineers and commissioning teams to deliver project milestones.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with company standards, quality procedures and applicable safety regulations.
• Minimum 10 years' experience working with ABB Distributed Control Systems.
• Extensive experience with ABB 800xA.
• Strong knowledge of AC800M controllers.
• Proficient in Function Designer programming.
• Experience programming using Structured Text.
• Experience using Bulk Data Manager.
• Ability to work independently and provide technical leadership within a project team.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Experience with MOD300 systems.
• Experience with AC450 controllers.
• Knowledge of ABB Safeguard safety systems.
• Previous experience delivering ABB controller upgrade and migration projects.
• Experience working in regulated process industries such as energy, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, water or oil & gas.