Senior Control Systems Engineer

Morson Edge; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks experienced Senior Control Systems Engineers. Candidates will design and implement industrial control systems using PLC, HMI, and SCADA solutions, with responsibilities spanning from project delivery to installation at client sites. Ideal applicants will possess strong electrical engineering backgrounds, excellent communication skills, and a minimum 2:1 degree in engineering. The role offers hybrid working options and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Comprehensive staff package details available

Continual learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of control system project delivery, demonstrable design and commissioning experience.
• Basic understanding of electrical system drawings, including GA's and Wiring Schematics.
• Knowledge of network switch and firewall configuration and management.

Responsibilities

• Design, development, programming and testing of innovative solutions.
• Work as a key team member resolving hardware and software challenges.
• Installation and commissioning of solutions on customer sites.

Skills

Control system project delivery

Electrical system drawings interpretation

Microsoft Office proficiency

Time and cost estimation

Excellent communication skills

Education

Electrical & Electronic Engineering degree (min 2:1)

Tools

Siemens PLCs/HMIs/DCS/Drives

Job description

We have an excellent opportunities for SENIOR CONTROL SYSTEMS ENGINEER & CONTROL SYSTEMS ENGINEERS based in The Eagle Labs, Whitehaven, Cumbria, working on a hybrid basis.

The successful candidates will work in a team to design, build, test and implement industrial control systems (both hardware and software), utilising Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) software packages and Industrial Network solutions.

Configuration of PC software packages to provide user interface and data processing functions. Integration of software packages using standard protocols and custom developed software/scripts. Working across our offices and on client sites throughout the UK if required.

SUMMARY OF ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, development, programming and testing of mission critical innovative solutions under the guidance of more experienced Engineers.
• Work as a key team member resolving hardware and software challenges for assigned solution areas.
• Design and configuration of cyber-secure infrastructure and communications between solution components using industry standard protocols.
• Develop a thorough understanding of ITI's operational procedures and ensure compliance with both internal and external standards.
• Assembly supervision and electrical testing of solution hardware (including functional safety systems) under the guidance of experienced Engineers.
• Installation and commissioning of solutions on customer sites.
• Provide support and mentoring for more junior engineers.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS

We are looking for:

Experience and Knowledge

• Experience of control system project delivery, demonstrable experience of design, implementation, test and commissioning roles within a project team.
• Basic understanding of electrical system drawings, including GA's, Wiring Schematics and Termination Diagrams.
• Good fundamental electrical knowledge and ability to understand/interpret system drawings.
• Sound grasp of general IT/OT Technologies and development methodologies.
• Awareness/understanding of Quality Management System procedures.
• Knowledge of Windows Operating System configuration and lockdown.
• Knowledge of network switch and firewall configuration and network management packages.
• Electrical & Electronic or Electrical or Software Engineering degree (min 2:1) or similar qualification.
• Undertaken a structured project delivery lifecycle.
• Experience with software development and configuration tools, methods and processes.
• Experience with Siemens range of PLCs/HMIs / DCS / Drives.
• Nuclear experience preferable but not essential.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficient in generation of formal technical documentation for the full life cycle of projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to estimating time and costs for common tasks.
• Eligible for security clearance checks for access to client sites.
• Excellent ability to capture information, analyse it, and articulate an appropriate solution.
• Excellent verbal, written and interactive communication skills.
• Able to operate "self-sufficiently" on customer's premises, including production locations.
• Can demonstrate the appropriate level of commercial awareness and diligence.

VALUES

• Will Deliver what we promise
• Will demand the highest levels of Safety and Security
• Will apply Technical Mastery
• Is committed to Continual Learning
• Can work Collaboratively
• Will challenge the norm to make a difference through Innovation

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Our people are our best asset and we offer a wide variety of benefits including flexible working options. Full staff package details available on application.