Senior Controls & Automation Engineer

renishaw

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On-site

GBP 31,000 - 52,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

9% pension

Annual bonus

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Job summary

Renishaw, a global engineering technology group in the United Kingdom, is seeking a Controls & Automation Engineer to own control system design and software development for production machinery.

You will lead programming, testing, and commissioning of PLC/HMI solutions, integrate robotics and motion control, and contribute to safety and continuous improvement across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

Degree in Electrical, Control Systems, Automation, Mechatronics or related engineering discipline.
Proven experience in industrial automation, controls engineering and machine commissioning.
Experience programming PLC-based control systems and developing HMI applications.
Knowledge of industrial networks, motion control systems and variable speed drives.

Responsibilities

Design, develop and support control systems for production machinery and automated equipment.
Involve with full project lifecycle from concept to commissioning and improvement.
Designing and developing PLC and HMI control systems for automated machinery.
Programming, testing and commissioning control software.
Integrating robotics, motion control systems, drives and networks.
Producing technical documentation and commissioning reports.
Supporting factory acceptance testing, installation and commissioning activities.
Troubleshooting and improving existing manufacturing equipment.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Electrical/Control Systems/Automation degree

Tools

PLC programming

HMI development

Industrial networks

Motion control

Job description

Salary up to £52,000 depending on experience

At Renishaw, we develop world-leading precision measurement, motion control and healthcare technologies that support industries ranging from aerospace and automotive to electronics and medical devices. As part of our continued investment in advanced manufacturing and automation, we are seeking a talented Controls & Automation Engineer to join our engineering team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative manufacturing equipment and automation projects, taking ownership of control system design, software development, machine integration and commissioning activities across a diverse range of applications.

Responsibilities

As a Controls & Automation Engineer, you will design, develop and support control systems for production machinery and automated equipment. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, you will be involved throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept and design through to commissioning and continuous improvement.

Designing and developing PLC and HMI control systems for automated machinery.
Programming, testing and commissioning control software.
Integrating robotics, motion control systems, drives and industrial communication networks.
Supporting machine safety assessments and implementing safe control system solutions.
Producing technical documentation, specifications and commissioning reports.
Supporting factory acceptance testing, installation and commissioning activities.
Troubleshooting and improving existing manufacturing equipment to enhance performance, reliability and productivity.
Collaborating with mechanical, electrical, software and manufacturing engineers to deliver innovative engineering solutions.
Providing technical guidance and support to colleagues and stakeholders where required.

Key requirements

A degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Control Systems, Automation, Mechatronics or a related engineering discipline.
Proven experience in industrial automation, controls engineering and machine commissioning.
Experience programming PLC-based control systems and developing HMI applications.
Knowledge of industrial networks, motion control systems and variable speed drives.
The ability to interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
Strong fault-finding, problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Desirable requirements

Industrial robotics and automation integration.
Machine safety and functional safety standards.
Vision inspection systems.
Industry 4.0 and connected manufacturing technologies.
Manufacturing environments such as precision engineering, automotive, pharmaceutical or packaging industries.

Person specification

You will be a highly organised and proactive engineer with excellent problem-solving and fault-finding abilities, capable of communicating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. Comfortable leading technical discussions and influencing project outcomes, you will combine strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. The successful candidate will be equally confident working independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team and will be willing to travel occasionally to support commissioning, installation, and project activities.

Why Renishaw?

Renishaw is a global engineering technology group renowned for innovation, quality and precision. Our people are trusted to take ownership, develop new ideas and contribute to technologies that make a real difference across the world. If you are passionate about automation engineering and enjoy solving complex technical challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

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