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C&I Engineer – PLC Programmer
Location: North Yorkshire – On-site
Salary: Competitive + Bonus
The Client
They operate a generation portfolio of sustainable biomass, hydro-electric and pumped hydro storage assets across four sites in England and Scotland. This leading energy company is at the forefront of the transition to a low-carbon future, combining cutting-edge innovation with a deep commitment to sustainability.
With a focus on renewable energy, carbon capture, and responsible business practices, it offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental impact.
Employees are empowered to grow, collaborate, and shape the future of energy in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a mission-driven organisation, this is where your energy belongs.
The Role
As a PLC programming expert, you will play a key role in the Control & Instrumentation (C&I) engineering team, delivering safe, high-quality control system and PLC modifications and upgrades. You’ll lead plant improvement projects, enhance existing systems, and implement the latest cyber-security measures to protect against threats. This role will challenge your technical, problem-solving, and communication skills, contributing directly to the delivery of flexible, renewable energy at an industrial size power station.
You will also develop into a subject matter expert in cyber-security improvements aligned with NIS regulations and IEC62443 standards.
Key Dimensions
- Promote a positive culture of safety, health, and wellbeing
- Act as subject matter expert with ownership of site PLCs
- Authority to initiate and award contracts
- Deliver major and minor projects aligned with business plans
- Lead and manage teams and contractors
Key Accountabilities
- Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards
- Promote safe culture and investigate incidents
- Deliver projects in line with HSE, security, engineering, and quality standards
- Support the development and implementation of engineering strategies
- Lead plant improvement initiatives to enhance security, reduce costs, and improve reliability
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners
- Manage contracts, budgets, and project documentation
- Lead engineering changes related to obsolescence and defect reduction
- Apply project management best practices and engineering standards
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Essential:
- HND or higher in Control & Instrumentation, Electrical/Electronic, or Software Engineering
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in PLC programming
- Knowledge of IEC61131 – PLC Programming Languages
- Experience in technical roles within C&I disciplines
- Strong leadership, team collaboration, and contractor management skills
- Experience managing OPEX and CAPEX budgets
Desirable:
- Experience with Schneider PLCs
- Knowledge of NIS regulations and IEC62443 (training will be provided)
- Familiarity with IEC61508 and IEC61511 safety systems
- Proficiency in IT systems (Excel, Word, Maximo WMS)
- Experience leading projects through full lifecycle
Special Features
- On-call support for outages and breakdowns as required
- Primarily site-based with occasional travel
- Flexible working practices to meet generation needs
- UK driving license desirable
Measures of Success
- Demonstrated commitment to safety
- Timely and budget-conscious project delivery
- Development into a cyber-security subject matter expert
- Readiness for progression into Lead Engineer roles
How You Need to Act
- Prioritise Safety:Â Uphold the Safety vision for people, assets, and the environment
- Deliver Our Promise:Â Embrace challenges, foster development, and value team diversity
- Unlock Your Potential:Â Strive for excellence, listen, share, and celebrate success
- Shape the Future:Â Drive continuous improvement for climate, nature, and people
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Your candidate experience is at the utmost importance to us. If you are not yet ready to apply but would like to discuss any of the above or require any reasonable adjustments (e.g. being able to apply in a different format), please contact (url removed) to arrange a confidential conversation.
