Controls Engineer

Stirling Warrington

Posted 9 days ago, valid for a month

Nuneaton, Leicestershire CV136BW, England

£55,000 - £60,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The client in Nuneaton is seeking a Controls Engineer with a salary range of £55,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience.
The role requires proven experience in Controls Engineering, particularly with Siemens, Omron, and Allen-Bradley PLCs, ideally with a minimum of HNC level qualification.
Responsibilities include diagnosing technical issues, developing maintenance schedules, and leading engineering projects to enhance manufacturing processes.
Candidates should be proficient in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and familiar with industrial networks and protocols.
The position offers benefits such as a salary sacrifice EV vehicle scheme, annual bonus, 6% matched pension, and more.

Controls Engineer.Nuneaton.£55,000 - £60,000 per annum DOE.Day Shifts.Our client is expanding their team at their site in Nuneaton and are looking for a Controls Engineer. This role is key in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of their manufacturing processes as they continue to grow.Benefits:

Salary sacrifice EV vehicle scheme.
Annual bonus.
6% matched pension.
X4 death in service.
Cycle to work scheme.

What the Controls Engineer will do:

You'll be the go-to expert for diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues on control systems on site, minimising downtime and ensuring smooth operations.
Take charge of developing and executing maintenance schedules for PLCs, HMIs, and other automation hardware, keeping everything running at peak performance.
Work with Siemens, Omron, and Allen-Bradley PLC systems to enhance and modify control programs to meet ever evolving production needs.
Spearhead system upgrades and process improvements, driving the implementation of new technologies to keep ahead of the curve.
Lead engineering projects that improve site operations, efficiency, and sustainability, collaborating across teams to make it happen.
Ensure our control systems meet the highest safety standards, maintaining detailed records and adhering to regulations.

What we look for in the Controls Engineer:

Ideally qualified to HNC level. You’ll also have an electrical competency certification (BS7671) and UK Electrical Test & Inspection qualifications.
Proven experience in Controls Engineering, particularly with Siemens, Omron, and Allen-Bradley PLCs in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
You’ll need to be proficient in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Familiarity with industrial networks and protocols (Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet, Modbus) is essential.
You’ll need to be a quick thinker, identifying and solving problems proactively to keep operations running smoothly.
Experience with SCADA systems, HMI development, robotics, motion control, and advanced automation tech.
Knowledge of safety systems (SIL, ISO 13849) and certifications in specific PLC platforms.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, contact Justin Norley at Stirling Warrington today.

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