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Exciting new role! We are currently recruiting for a trusted client who are involved in the production of carbon-ceramic material and based in Merseyside.
They are looking to recruit a Controls Systems Engineer to their ranks.
What you'll be doing as their Controls Systems Engineer:
- Collaborate with suppliers to develop Siemens TIA Portal systems for new and existing machinery.
- Lead engineering projects to optimise and re-engineer systems with a hands-on approach.
- Manage program backups and documentation, ensuring change management compliance.
- Update programs and electrical drawings for all assets as needed.
- Create Functional Design Specifications (FDS) to align project goals with team expectations.
- Troubleshoot system alarms and faults, leading or collaborating to resolve issues.
- Document procedures to reduce downtime and support contingency processes.
- Engage cross-functional teams to integrate business processes and develop site SCADA or similar systems.
- Provide project progress updates and escalate issues to meet milestones.
- Develop control system standards, ensuring UL, IEC, and ISO compliance.
- Serve as subject matter expert for technical machine requirements during RFQs.
- Contribute to FMEA and problem-solving reviews using PFMEA, 8D, and DMAIC methods.
- Oversee design, production release, and servicing of systems and equipment.
- Review drawings and bills of materials.
- Plant-based role with occasional supplier visits for FAT and SAT during equipment commissioning.
Must haves are a Degree in Electrical Engineering/Control Systems and 5 years of relevant field experience.
Attractive Benefits
Hours: Monday - Thursday 8am - 5pm, Friday 8am - 2.30pm
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000
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