Overview
Controls Engineer. London. Up to £60,000 per annum (DOE). Monday to Friday 07:00 - 15:30.
What’s on offer
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
* Loyalty bonus.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* On-site parking.
Responsibilities
* Rapidly diagnose and resolve live control system issues, both hardware and software, to keep operations running smoothly.
* Modify PLC code, activate workarounds, and carry out temporary fixes as needed.
* Use tools such as Profibus, CAN Bus, and barcode systems to diagnose problems and identify root causes.
* Lead troubleshooting efforts and drive permanent solutions with a focus on continuous improvement.
* Support critical automated systems including servo-motion, robotics, conveyors, packaging, and labeling equipment.
* Maintain and document detailed schematics, layout drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation.
* Own control system architecture, communication protocols, and system upgrades including backups, spares, and obsolescence strategies.
* Coordinate SAT/FAT processes and ensure regulatory and quality compliance at all times.
* Play a lead role in cross-functional technical projects to boost reliability and performance across the operation.
Qualifications
* Strong hands-on experience with PLCs such as Siemens TIA Portal, Simatic Manager and HMI systems.
* A solid understanding of servo systems, VFDs, DC motor control, and field control devices.
* Analytical mindset with an eye for detail and a pragmatic approach to complex problems.
* Familiarity with industrial safety standards, ATEX environments, and electrical permitting systems.
* Confident using CMMS platforms and MS Office tools for reporting and documentation.
* Ideally experience in distribution, production, or FMCG environments.
* An understanding of control system communications like Ethernet/IP, Modbus, or similar.
Please reach out to Justin Norley at Stirling Warrington for more information.
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