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Lead Engineer
Orion is working with a leader in the automation market space in Process Line Automation and Control. They specialise in optimising infrastructure to implement tailored automation solutions for manufacturing and processing operations. Their expertise in process line automation is a key strength, encompassing all major Drive, Servo, SCADA/HMI, DCS, and PLC technologies. They develop advanced multi-drive systems with precise speed, tension, and elongation control.
About the Lead Engineer Role:
You will be accountable for delivering engineering activities that contribute to successful project delivery.
Responsibilities for the Lead Engineer:
- Ownership of the Functional Safety lifecycle within a project setting.
- Supervision and motivation of teams of engineers (including external resources) within a project setting, including the verification of deliverables in line with client expectations, legal requirements, and industry standards.
- Collaboration with Project Managers to ensure quality delivery to budget and on time, including the identification and mitigation of project risks and technical change.
- Electrical / controls concept design including Functional Design Specification, Safety Requirements Specification, Single Line Diagram, Network Topology, Device Layout, Cause & effect Matrix, Safety Block Diagram, etc.
- Software Design, including Software Design Specification and production of Software / Configuration deliverables for e.g. PLC / HMI / SCADA / Robot / Drives / BMS / etc.
- Factory Acceptance Testing, Commissioning, and Site Acceptance Testing.
Requirements for the Lead Engineer:
- Minimum of BEng / BSE / Level 6 Apprenticeship in Electrical / Electronic Engineering.
- Minimum of 7 years in a similar role.
- Excellent understanding of electrical control systems.
- Good problem solver
Benefits for the Lead Engineer:
- Competitive salary
- Holidays 25 days (plus Bank Holidays)
- Bonus scheme
- BUPA Medical plan
- Car allowance
- Pension scheme
- Life Insurance
- Flexible working
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If you are interested in the role of Lead Engineer, please click apply or give Steven at Orion a call.
Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, unfortunately, we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website.
