Senior Control System Engineer in Basingstoke

Energy Jobline CVL; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted clean water technology company is seeking a Senior Control System Engineer in Basingstoke to deliver innovative automation solutions for the water industry. Responsibilities include designing control systems, conducting system testing, and providing technical support. Ideal candidates should have a HNC/HND in Engineering and proven experience in process automation systems. Competitive salary and flexible career development are offered.

Benefits

Industry-leading salary based on experience

Private Healthcare

Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year

Company Pension Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Professional Fees Paid

Qualifications

• Proven ability in design and commissioning of control and electrical systems.
• Detailed experience in development of control systems solutions.
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize control systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support automation and control systems solutions.
• Conduct system testing, validation, and commissioning.
• Generate client documentation including FDS and SDS.

Skills

Design and commissioning of control systems

Experience with PLCs and HMI/SCADA systems

Knowledge of Profibus, ProfNet, Ethernet

Understanding of P&ID control

Flexibility and willingness to travel

Education

HNC/HND Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

AB Studio 5000

Siemens WinCC SCADA

Job description

What Are We Looking For?

RSE is recruiting Senior Control System Engineers across our business to join us in delivering solutions to the Water industry. You’ll be involved in the development, commissioning and support of automation and control systems solutions as well as systems design, specification, programming, simulation, testing and start-up assistance.

Key Duties Include:

• Detailed design proposals that establish the scope of work required for new build and ICA refurbishment projects.
• Design, develop, and program control systems using Siemens TIA Portal and AB Studio 5000 applications.
• Configure and implement Siemens WinCC SCADA systems and HMIs for industrial automation.
• Troubleshoot and optimise existing control systems for performance and reliability.
• Generate Client documents including FDS, SDS.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and specifications.
• Conduct system testing, validation, and commissioning at client sites.
• Provide technical support and training to clients and team members.
• Define the project Software Testing strategy and ensure appropriate time and resources are allocated.
• Implementation of robust change control during the entire project lifecycle.
• Develop and self-test control system software to achieve the required functionality in accordance with the FDS.
• Provide specialist control system assistance to the Commissioning Teams within the workshop and on site in conjunction with the RSE PM.
• Carry out Site Acceptance Testing of the Control System against the SAT document.
• Investigate and provide technical advice and support to the design, delivery, and senior management teams on automation related issues.
• Manage the specification, development, installation, and validation of automation projects within budget and corporate guidelines.

What Do You Need?

• HNC/HND Degree in Engineering or equivalent, with particular emphasis in electrical, mechanical, electronic, automation and/or chemical discipline.
• Have proven ability in the design and commissioning of control and electrical systems associated with process automation.
• Detailed experience in the development of Control Systems solutions using PLCs and HMI/SCADA and Telemetry Systems in the process control environment using one or more of the following manufacturers: Allen Bradley/ Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi.
• Experienced working knowledge of Profibus, ProfNet, Ethernet, Modbus and DH+ systems.
• Experienced in integration and modification into existing systems PLC control systems in a ‘live’ environment.
• Have a strong working knowledge of process systems, P&ID control and loop tuning.
• Working knowledge and an understanding of electrical schematics.
• Must be flexible and willing to travel, including regular site working.
• ECS/CSCS card.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Who Are We?

RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low‑carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence.

What RSE Offer

• Industry‑leading salary based on your experience.
• A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go.
• Private Healthcare (Personal).
• Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years’ service.
• Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Cycle to Work.
• Discounted Gym Membership.
• Professional Fees Paid.
• Employee Discount Platform.
• EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme.
• Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse.
• In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive.

If you’re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now.