Senior Controls Engineer

Logistex; Kettering; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics solutions provider in Kettering is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer. The role involves designing and implementing innovative PLC control systems, assisting with cyber security solutions, and producing technical documentation. Ideal candidates will have expertise in Siemens TIA Portal and Allen Bradley PLC programming. This role comes with competitive salary, company vehicle, and various perks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

Profit-sharing opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Option to buy additional annual leave

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Siemens TIA Portal and Simatic Manager.
• Experience with safety hardware and barcode readers.
• Competent in Windows based systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop PLC control solutions.
• Assist in developing OT layer cyber security.
• Produce technical documentation and project specifications.

Skills

Expert in Siemens TIA Portal

Experience of VFD control

Knowledge of IEC 61131

Education

Degree, HND or HNC in Engineering

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Allen Bradley PLC

Job description

Are you passionate about designing and implementing innovative controls systems that drive efficiency and precision? Are you confident in your ability to deal with automation challenges in a fast-paced environment? If so, you might be our next Senior Controls Engineer!

Why Join Logistex as a Senior Controls Engineer?

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle
• Profit‑sharing opportunities, allowing you to directly benefit from the company's growth
• Cycle to work scheme
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Option to join Private medical insurance

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Controls Engineer:

• To design, plan and develop PLC control solutions
• Assist in the development of OT layer cyber security solutions.
• Produce technical documentation, complete specification, costings and time plan for each assigned project
• Write the FDS for projects as required and co‑ordinate with colleagues within Engineering and within Systems to ensure alignment of functionality and interfaces.
• Develop PLC software and HMI code for projects and to commission the software on site
• Provide support to other departments, participate in design planning

Qualifications & Experience needed for the Senior Controls Engineer:

• Expert in Siemens TIA Portal, Simatic Manager, Siemens TIA Safety
• Experience of VFD control, Safety hardware and Barcode readers, Allen Bradley PLC programming
• Knowledge of IEC 61131
• Degree, HND or HNC in Engineering and competent in Windows based systems

Do not delay make your application today!

Logistex is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees