Senior Controls Design Engineer

Kion Group AG; Banbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation solutions provider in Banbury is seeking a Senior Controls Design Engineer to lead design and implementation for automated systems. Responsibilities include producing PLC software, ensuring compliance, and testing systems. Ideal candidates have a degree in Engineering and experience with Siemens S7. This role offers competitive compensation, development opportunities, and requires travel up to 60%.

Benefits

Career Development

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Global Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in controls engineering.
• Extensive hands-on experience in industrial automation.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead controls engineering activities for project design.
• Produce PLC software and visualization systems.
• Commission controls systems on site.

Skills

Siemens S7

Controls Engineering

PLC Development

Proficient with Industrial Networks

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering

HNC/HND in Electrical/Mechatronics/Controls Engineering

Tools

E-plan

PLC Software

Job description

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Senior Controls Design Engineer

Apply locations Banbury, United Kingdom time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR-0079112 As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will lead and manage the design and implementation of controls solutions for world-class automated material handling systems and execute this by ensuring consistent standards and driving continuous improvement within the design team.

You will leverage your expertise in controls engineering to provide software design for PLC’s, HMI’s, and SCADA systems following this through to the testing and commissioning phases while having an awareness of the cost, timescale, and requirements of the material handling project.

This is an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in a global and dynamic engineering community and have valuable input in the design and execution of some of the most impressive and innovative material handling systems across the globe!

We offer:

• Career Development

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Transparency

• Global Opportunities

Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer

About Dematic:

Dematic is a global leader in intelligent intralogistics and material handling solutions. With a rich history of innovation and a commitment to excellence, we provide cutting-edge technology and expertise to optimize our clients' supply chains. We offer an inclusive and collaborative work environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Tasks and Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver the assigned project scope and tasks by meeting\exceeding our safety, quality, On-Time-Delivery and budget requirements.
• Produce PLC software and/or visualization systems.
• Emulate the control system in a virtual environment and test PLC software.
• Interpret electrical schematics and design input information.
• Lead controls engineering activities related to project design and implementation.
• Ensure systems designed and supplied are CE Compliant to the Machinery Directive
• Produce of all associated documentation including, but not limited to, design calculations, design specifications, Method Statements and Risk Assessments, operation and maintenance manuals, and test specifications.
• Commission controls systems on site and to provide support to system commissioning activities and training for the end user.
• Maintain good relationships with all internal and external customers, through the provision of a high-quality service.
• Promote personal and business continuous improvement and development of processes to achieve improved time cost and quality or project delivery.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering is desirable however those with a HNC/HND in Electrical/Mechatronics/Controls Engineering will also be considered.
• Ability to lead engineering activities autonomously on projects and provide support to other engineers in the team.
• Experience in designing controls systems in Siemens S7 or TIA Portal.
• Extensive proven hands-on experience working within an industrial automation environment.
• Advanced understanding of PLC development tools.
• Proficient with Industrial Networks such as Profinet, Profibus, ASi, EthernetIP or similar.
• Experience working with E-plan is desirable not essential.
• Good understanding of Electrical and Electronic technical manuals & drawings.
• Understanding of design requirements such as Machine Directive and its standards.
• Good understanding of distributed control systems.
• Extensive understanding of software testing and emulation.
• Full UK Driving Licence as the position will require travel up to 60% of the time to customer sites both in the UK and across EMEA.

Dematic is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Dematic prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion or belief, age, sex, national or ethnic origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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KION Supply Chain Solutions (KION SCS) is an operating unit of the KION Group, consisting of the two strong and successful brands Dematic and DAI. Dematic is an intralogistics innovator that designs, builds and supports intelligent, automated solutions for manufacturing, warehouse and distribution environments for customers that are powering the future of commerce. The company is headquartered in Atlanta with engineering centers, manufacturing facilities and service centers located in more than 25 countries, and also owns the software company, Digital Applications International Limited (DAI).

DAI, acquired by Dematic in 2020, specializes in logistics automation solutions with offices in the US, UK and Switzerland.

The KION Group is among the world’s leading suppliers of industrial trucks and supply chain solutions and has a global network of more than 42,000 employees. Its portfolio encompasses forklift trucks and warehouse trucks, as well as integrated automation technology and software solutions for the optimization of supply chains. Across more than 100 countries worldwide, the KION Group’s solutions improve the flow of material and information within factories, warehouses, and distribution centers.

Our Linde and STILL forklift brands serve the premium industrial truck segment. Dematic is a global leader in automated material handling. Together, we are shaping the future and are among the best in our industry.

Our culture is driven by our shared KION Group values – integrity, collaboration, courage and excellence.