Lead Controls Engineer
A specialist engineering business delivering advanced automated materials handling and robotics solutions is looking to recruit an experienced Lead Controls Engineer to support the delivery of complex automation projects.
This is a hands-on role leading small commissioning teams and taking ownership of Level 2 PLC control systems from implementation through to testing, integration, and final sign-off.
Key Responsibilities
Lead commissioning engineers and technicians on site
Deliver Level 2 PLC commissioning and system integration
Support control system and software development
Carry out software testing, simulation, and fault-finding
Take ownership of assigned PLC systems and commissioning activities
Mentor and develop junior engineers
Key Requirements
NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Electrical Engineering
Strong Siemens S7 PLC programming experience
HMI and SCADA development experience
Knowledge of industrial networks. Profibus, Profinet, AS-i
Industrial commissioning experience
Team leadership experience beneficial
Permanent role. UK-based projects.
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