As a Design Engineer you will take total responsibility for the implementation of a Successful Project to ensure it is delivered on time, within budget and meets the customer specifications and expectations.
The Design Engineer will need to be customer focused, self-motivated, comfortable in liaising with customers, suppliers and sub-contractors and used to working within tight deadlines, managing numerous projects running concurrently varying in value.
We are seeking a skilled and experienced
PLC Controls Engineer
to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in electrical engineering with a strong focus on PLC programming and control systems integration. A good working knowledge of low-voltage (LV) and high-voltage (HV) electrical schematics, generator control systems, and circuit breaker switching logic is essential. Familiarity with ComAp generator controllers is also desired.
Key Responsibilities:
* Development and creation of project specific engineering documentation
* Delivery of projects that are on time, within budget, and in accordance with the technical requirements of the contract
* Be aware of contractual requirements of all Projects, payment milestones and associated requirements, key dates, technical and H&S requirements
* Commissioning of control systems, performance testing and carry out factory and site acceptance tests on projects when required
* Design, develop, and implement PLC control systems for generator and power distribution applications
* Read and interpret LV and HV electrical schematics for system integration and fault diagnostics
* Program and configure PLCs (Allen-Bradley, or Schneider) for power generation and distribution systems
* Develop and modify HMI/SCADA interfaces for system monitoring and operator control
* Configure and troubleshoot ComAp generator controllers, including synchronization, load sharing, and remote monitoring features
* Implement and test circuit breaker switching logic, interlocks, and protection schemes
* Collaborate with electrical design engineers, site engineers, and commissioning teams to deliver fully integrated control solutions
* Support site commissioning and FAT/SAT testing of control panels and generator systems
* Prepare detailed technical documentation, including I/O lists, control philosophies, and test protocols
Requirements
* Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or a related discipline
* Proven experience as a PLC Controls Engineer in power generation, industrial automation, or energy sectors
* Strong understanding of LV and HV schematics, switchgear control, and protection systems
* Hands-on experience with ComAp generator controllers (InteliGen, InteliSys, etc.)
* Knowledge of G99 / G59 grid protection and interface requirements
* Familiarity with generator paralleling, islanded and grid-connected operation
* Working knowledge of electrical safety standards, including BS 7671 and IEC standards
* Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Willingness to travel to customer sites for commissioning and support activities
Benefits
* Private Health Insurance
* Performance Bonus
* 25 days annual leave + bank hols
* Birthday Off
* Pension Plan
* Hybrid working / Flexible working