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Principal Controls Engineer

Adecco
Posted 21 hours ago, valid for 18 days
Location

Bedale, North Yorkshire DL8 2NH

Salary

£60,000 - £70,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Our client, a leading organization in the automation industry, is seeking a Principal Controls Engineer with a competitive salary of £70,000 to £80,000 per year.
  • The role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in control software development, specifically with PLC platforms such as Rockwell and Beckhoff.
  • Key responsibilities include leading project teams, creating and modifying PLC software, and providing technical expertise across departments.
  • Candidates should possess knowledge in electrical or mechatronic engineering, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite being essential.
  • This position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative automation solutions while working in a vibrant and collaborative environment.

Our client is a leading organisation in the automation industry.

They are at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of automation technology. With a vibrant and collaborative work culture, they provide an environment where creativity and expertise thrive.


Responsibilities:

As a Principal Controls Engineer, you will play a crucial role in creating control software across leading PLC platforms such as Rockwell, and Beckhoff. You will lead project teams consisting of Senior Software and Software Engineers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software design based on customer and regulatory requirements. Your key responsibilities will include:

Creating and modifying PLC software, vision applications, robot applications, motion applications, and HMI/visualisation systems
Managing software project teams' progress against defined key milestones
Developing and maintaining software templates and libraries
Providing technical expertise and acting as the point of contact for project-related topics
Overseeing software design code reviews
Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and providing data for project performance evaluation
Assisting with commissioning on customer sites, both in the UK and overseas
Offering technical support across departments, including simulations, estimating, and hardware/software selection
Providing aftersales support for existing machinery and installations

Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge and experience in electrical or mechatronic engineering

Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

Proficiency in the use of Rockwell programming platforms
Integration of robotics into automation solutions

How to apply:

If you are a passionate and experienced Controls Engineer looking to make a significant impact in the automation industry, please apply with your updated CV. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing this exciting opportunity further.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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