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Control Systems Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Write detailed design and test documentation
• Utilise design information to systematically program, fault find, test & commission various manufacturers PLC systems
• Utilise design information to systematically Produce, modify, test and commissioning various manufacturers SCADA/ HMIs
• Undertake electrical design, create wiring schematics and general arrangement layouts for control panels.
• Undertake commissioning activities at industrial clients’ sites and understand the real-life connections & interfaces of our systems.
• Construct and implement system architectures in industrial settings
• Be able to understand client’s system architecture/ network in order to know how modification may affect them
• Develop systems that meet our customer needs and solves specific issues or problems for them
• Understand the commercial aspects of our business, how project costs are built up and maintained
• Take responsibility for and successfully achieve your project tasks & targets
• Contribute and support project tasks within the wider team
• To undertake duties which will support the organisation in delivering day to day functions
• Represent the company in a positive manner in all tasks and actions
• Assist with out of hours support for client’s systems 

Experience, Qualifications & Knowledge:

• Relevant Degree, equivalent level learning and/or 2 years+ of control systems engineering experience

Knowledge:

• Possess an interest in technology, automatic control & computers & their ongoing development
• Knowledge of engineering principles, basic industrial processes and applications
• Good understanding of the elements of a control system and how they interact
• Work towards becoming competent and knowledgeable on networking of systems and cyber-security principles
• Have and develop knowledge about client’s businesses and needs
• Excellent knowledge of mathematics, science, and technology
• Has knowledge of electrical theory, control components, robotics and automation
• Committed to staying up to date on technological advancements

Skills:

• Good technical abilities to deliver a set task with minimal supervision
• Good software skills for programming various PLCs and SCADA
• Adapt quickly to changing circumstances and problem solve
• Demonstrates a high level of communication (verbal and written) skills with colleagues and clients
• Able to demonstrate decision making skills, showing consideration to the wider team and organisation
• Undertake tasks independently when required, managing own time to deliver results
• Be able to identify complex problems, review related information to develop and evaluate options before implementing a solution
• Demonstrate ability to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do successfully complete a project
• Good decision-making capabilities
• Have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills to foster and maintain relationship
• Show attention to detail and accuracy in work produced
• Full UK Driving license

 

Professional Qualities

Principles

• Self-motivated and an ambitious learner
• Conducts themselves in a professional manner
• Works well in a team and under own initiative
• Work ethic is of a high quality to meet targets set
• Always punctual and reliable
• Takes responsibility for own actions
• Is flexible and adaptable
• Always presents themselves in a professional manner in keeping with the image of the Company.
• Upholds the company core values.
• Promotes and encourages a positive workplace culture and quality work ethic.
• Support the Company in the practical delivery and compliance with all Health & Safety matters, Risk assessments and Safe systems of work.

Teamwork

• • Reinforces a team approach and collaborative style
  • Communicates clearly and participates positively in team meetings and briefs
  • Supports and solicits input from team members at all levels within the organisation