Job Description:
As a Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing control software for various programmable control systems, including Siemens S7 Classic and/or TIA, and Rockwell Studio 5000. You will join the dynamic controls department within a well-established and respected control system engineering company based in the Norfolk.
Responsibilities:
* Design and develop control software for Siemens S7 Classic and/or TIA and Rockwell Studio 5000-based programmable control systems.
* Write PLC software from first principles, with at least 3+ years of experience in this area.
* Write safety software and validate it against a safety matrix.
* Configure and set up VFD drives.
* Utilise STL and/or IL coding for control system development.
* Work with ProfiNet systems or similar communication protocols.
* Read and interpret electrical drawings.
* Conduct basic electrical fault finding using a multimeter.
* Create documentation such as FDS (Functional Design Specification), O&M (Operation and Maintenance) manuals, etc.
* Utilise Microsoft Office tools effectively for documentation and communication purposes.
* Demonstrate a good understanding of the English language, both spoken and written, as most customers are based in the UK.
* Occasionally work weekends and stay overnight away from home as required.