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We are recruiting a senior controls engineer to join a large manufacturing business in a hands-on role, working closely with the shopfloor rather than being desk-based. You'll be tasked with managing, maintaining and improvingPLCbased control systems. Provide
backup to the on-shift engineers and be a crucial source of technical knowledge.
This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in real-time fault finding, upgrades, and automation projects.
The controls engineer role is site based, working a standard 40 hour week.
As a Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for:
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PLC & HMI programming using Allen Bradley systems, including modifications and upgrades
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Control system fault finding across multiple platforms
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Delivering automation projects end-to-end, from design through to implementation
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Supporting and upskilling on-site shift engineers
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HMI/SCADA development
The successful Controls Engineer will have experience in:
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PLC system upgrades
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Drives including AB, ABB, and Siemens
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Strong fault-finding and diagnostics skills (Autem and IBA advantageous)
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Clear communication with a structured, methodical approach
The Controls Engineer will be site-based.
If you are a Controls Engineer looking for a practical, varied role with strong technical exposure and progression potential, this opportunity is well worth exploring.
