Senior PLC Controls Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a visionary team as a Senior PLC Control Systems Engineer, focusing on maritime sustainable technology. You will design and maintain advanced PLC systems, collaborating with various disciplines to drive innovation. Contribute to a project that emphasizes environmental stewardship while enhancing your engineering expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or related field.
• Expertise in PLC programming with Beckhoff and Siemens.
• Proven experience in commissioning systems in production.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain PLC control systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integration.
• Commission systems in production environments.

Skills

PLC programming

Structured Text

Object-Oriented Programming

Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Beckhoff TwinCAT 3

Siemens TIA Portal

Git

Jira

Job description

Job Description

Senior PLC Control Systems Engineer

Are you ready to make waves in sustainable engineering? Join us on a journey to redefine the future of maritime technology!

About the Project

Our ground-breaking technology is a sustainable propulsion solution that’s as efficient as it is innovative. We’re looking for a skilled PLC Control Systems Engineer to be part of this game-changing mission.

Your Role in the Revolution

As a Senior PLC Control Systems Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of delivering advanced control solutions for our sustainable propulsion system in maritime technology. This isn’t just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a real impact on the global shift toward sustainable shipping.

If you’re a problem solver who thrives in dynamic environments and loves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, this is the role for you.

What You’ll Do

• Innovate and Create: Design, develop, and maintain state-of-the-art PLC control systems focused on reliability, performance, and maintainability.
• Program with Precision: Use Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 and Siemens TIA Portal to craft solutions using structured text and object-oriented programming principles.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to ensure seamless integration of control systems.
• Develop for Scalability: Build modular, reusable code libraries that adhere to rigorous standards and version control workflows (Git/Git Flow).
• Documentation Done Right: Generate clear, comprehensive documentation to empower third parties to independently commission and maintain systems.
• Hands-On Delivery: Commission systems in production environments, providing remote and occasional on-site support.
• Design for the End User: Create systems maintainable by non-specialist operators, even in challenging maritime conditions.
• Ensure Safety and Standards: Program safety functions with compliance to relevant standards, and work with drives, sensors, and actuators to deliver robust control behaviors.
• Support and Evolve: Participate in lifecycle support, providing updates and enhancements as needed.

What You Bring

• Educational Foundation: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Technical Mastery: Expertise in PLC programming with Beckhoff (TwinCAT 3) and Siemens (TIA Portal).
• Programming Excellence: Strong skills in structured text and object-oriented programming.
• Version Control Expertise: Proficiency with Git and Git Flow practices.
• Proven Experience: Track record of commissioning systems in production environments with a focus on usability and reliability.
• Safety and Support: Experience programming safety PLCs and implementing safety-critical functions.
• System Knowledge: Familiarity with electronic drives, sensors, actuators, and hydraulic or pneumatic systems.
• Team-Oriented: Collaborative mindset and experience with peer reviews, technical documentation, and agile tools like Jira.

Preferred Extras

• Practical understanding of production support and end-user needs.
• Willingness to travel for commissioning and operational reviews.
• A passion for sustainability and innovation.
• Thrives in a small, high-performing team environment.