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Control Systems Software Engineer
Stone - hybrid working
I am seeking passionate and experienced engineers to join my clients Energy team. The role involves designing, developing, and implementing software for PLC-based control and SCADA systems. As part of the team, you will engage in every stage of the project lifecycle, delivering PLC and SCADA/DCS solutions primarily for renewable power generation and energy storage projects.
Your work will include system upgrades to the latest versions, system modifications for enhancements and extensions, as well as contributing to new build projects. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in mainstream control automation, demonstrated across multiple projects utilizing the specified technology platforms.
Essential experience:
- Minimum 5 years experience using at least one of the following technologies:-
- Siemens PCS7 Automation Stations
- Siemens TIA Portal for S7 PLCs
- Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix utilising Studio 5000
- Schneider M580/M340 utilising EcoStruxure Control Expert
- Minimum 5 years experience /Advanced SCADA Configuration skills using at least one of the following applications: -
- Siemens PCS7 OS
- OPA-DATA Zenon
- Siemens WinCC
- Rockwell FactoryTalk View SE
- Codra Panorama
- Experience of producing Function Design Specifications, System/Detailed Design Specifications and Test Specifications
- Experience of writing software to IEC61131 utilising ladder, function block diagram, sequential function chart and structured text.
- Experience of performing Internal and Customer Factory Acceptance Tests
- Experience of leading a small project or a sub team of a large project
- Experience reviewing the work of others
- Knowledge of project lifecycle working to QA procedures
- Willingness to travel and work away when required
- Full UK Driving licence
Desirable experience:
- Experience of communication protocols including: -
- Profibus/Profinet, Modbus TCP/RTU, IEC (phone number removed)-104, IEC 61850, DNP3 etc
- Experience of virtualisation utilising VMWare or HyperV
- Experience Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 and Domain Configuration
- Experience of Network Switch and Firewall Configuration
- Experience of simulation software e.g. SIMIT/ PICS/WinMOD
- Experience of renewable power generation control systems
- Experience of site work/commissioning automation control systems
- Experience of Legacy PLCs/software e.g. Rockwell RSLogix5, 500 or 5000, Schneider Unity Pro/Concept, Siemens Step 7.
- Experience of delivering safety systems to IEC 61508/61511
- Experience of delivering cyber secure systems to IEC 62443.
