Senior Controls Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Warrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled engineer to design and implement PLC Control Systems for various industrial applications. This role involves delivering engineering work packages, ensuring compliance with standards, and contributing to project success. With a focus on control system design and software development, you'll collaborate with teams to produce high-quality deliverables. The company offers a competitive remuneration package, including flexible working and personal development opportunities, making it an exciting chance to advance your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

BUPA Medical Plan

Car Allowance

Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible Working

Personal Development & Training Programs

EV Charge Points on-site

Social & Wellbeing Activities

Bike to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a similar role with good understanding of control systems.
• Experience in electrical/control concept design and software configuration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering work packages for successful project delivery.
• Design and implement PLC Control Systems and related software.

Skills

Control System Design

Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics

Software Design for PLC

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

HND / Foundation Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC

HMI

SCADA

Drives

Job description

Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY

A well-respected UK-based systems integrator is looking for a permanent employee to handle the design and implementation of PLC Control Systems and related software & hardware engineering activities for various industrial control system applications.

SUMMARY OF ROLE

Responsible for delivering engineering work packages contributing to successful project delivery.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Understanding client requirements.
2. Complying with relevant legislation.
3. Applying industry standards and best practices.
4. Following internal processes.
5. Electrical / controls concept design including Functional Design Specification, Safety Requirements Specification, Single Line Diagram, Network Topology, Device Layout, Cause & Effect Matrix, Safety Block Diagram, etc.
6. Handover to the Hardware Design team and review of designs produced.
7. Software Design, including Software Design Specification and production of Software Configuration deliverables for PLC, HMI, SCADA, Robot, Drives, etc.
8. Contributing to the Technical Construction File.
9. Factory Acceptance Testing, Commissioning, and Site Acceptance Testing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum HND / Foundation Degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics.
• Minimum 3 years in a similar role.
• Good understanding of control system design and implementation principles.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Team player with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral & written.
• Confident and proactive with an organized approach to work.
• Situational adaptability.
• Good problem solver.
• Hands-on attitude.
• Enthusiastic and reliable.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE

• Competitive salary
• Holidays: 25 days plus Bank Holidays
• Bonus scheme
• BUPA Medical plan
• Car allowance
• Pension scheme
• Life Insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Flexible working
• Personal development & training programs
• EV charge points on-site
• Social & wellbeing activities
• Bike to work scheme

HOW TO APPLY

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