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Lead Controls SI Engineer

BMC Recruitment Group
Posted 5 hours ago, valid for 23 days
Location

Grangemouth, Falkirk FK3 8NF, Scotland

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The role offers a competitive salary with a performance-based bonus scheme and is a permanent position with hybrid working hours.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of 8 years of systems engineering experience and strong knowledge of safe working practices near electrical equipment.
  • Duties include leading automation projects, developing software, conducting testing, overseeing commissioning, and mentoring a team of 3-5 engineers.
  • The ideal candidate should be proficient in PLC and HMI software development and familiar with multiple communication protocols and SCADA systems.
  • Applicants are required to submit a CV and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and fit for the role.

About the Role- Competitive salary- Performance-based bonus scheme- Permanent position- Hybrid working hours- Comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness programmes- Opportunities for professional development and career progression- Supportive and safety-focused work environmentDuties/Responsibilities- Lead and deliver automation projects through their entire lifecycle, from design to handover- Develop Functional Design Specifications and PLC, HMI, SCADA software- Conduct bench testing and integrated testing with control panels at our manufacturing facility- Engage with SI and LV engineering delivery teams and multiple client stakeholders to complete FAT- Oversee commissioning at client sites and complete SAT- Manage and mentor a team of 3-5 engineers, ensuring efficient workload distribution- Collaborate closely with Project Managers to meet contractual milestones- Review design documents and test software developed by team membersAbout You- Minimum of 8 years systems engineering experience- Strong knowledge of safe working practices near electrical equipment- High regard for health and safety- Excellent organisational and communication skills- Positive, approachable, and a good team player- Proficient in PLC and HMI software development using devices from Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Mitsubishi, or Schneider- Experience with multiple communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS DP and PA, Modbus TCP/IP- Familiarity with SCADA systems and VSDs- Knowledge and experience in virtual machines (VMWare)- Strong IT skills including Microsoft Word & Excel- Full UK driving licence requiredTo apply for the position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.