Controls And Automation Engineer

Project Development:

• Conducting site surveys to assess potential project requirements.

• Preparing detailed and accurate project quotes.

• Designing electrical systems, including schematics and technical drawings.

Technical Expertise:

• Researching and sourcing components for system assembly.

• Developing and troubleshooting automation systems, including fault-finding and
  diagnostics using advanced tools such as web-based diagnostics and industrial
  software.

• Producing and interpreting technical documentation, including device manuals,
  schematics, and operating procedures.

Project Management and Quality Assurance:

• Supporting project management tasks, such as creating Functional Design
  Specifications (FDS), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and other project
  documentation.

• Ensuring the quality and consistency of manufacturing and process applications
  through quality assurance principles.

• Participating in presentations and customer meetings to communicate project goals
  and progress.

Installation and Support:

• Overseeing the installation, commissioning, startup, shutdown, and ongoing
  maintenance of systems.

• Configuring and supporting industrial network solutions across hierarchical levels of
  control system integration.

Mentoring and Development:

• Assisting in the management and mentoring of apprentices, contributing to their
  growth and development within the company.

Customer Engagement:

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, ensuring their needs
  are met and exceeded.

• Participating in a night rota (initially one week in four) to provide remote
  troubleshooting and onsite support when necessary.

Innovation and Improvement:

• Contributing to the ongoing development of engineering policies, standards, and
  procedures to ensure ECS remains at the forefront of the automation industry.

Key Responsibilities:

As an Automation & Controls Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality
automation solutions. Your responsibilities will include:

Requirements:

To thrive in this role, you should:

• Be a proactive self-starter and a collaborative team player with a positive attitude.

• Demonstrate creativity, results-oriented thinking, and meticulous attention to detail.

• Have the ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet tight deadlines while maintaining a
  high standard of work.

• Be a confident, innovative problem-solver who can think on your feet in dynamic
  situations.

• Be flexible and open to traveling to customer sites as required.

• Be willing to work overtime, including some weekends and holidays, to meet project
  commitments.

• Strictly adhere to Health & Safety legislation and company directives.

• Possess strong IT skills and experience with computer systems in a technical
  environment.

• Communicate clearly and credibly, thriving under pressure in a fast-paced setting.

• Be adaptable, taking on additional tasks as needed to support operational success

Qualifications and Experience:

We are seeking candidates with the following:

• Educational Background: HNC/D or higher in Electronic and Electrical Engineering or a related subject.

• Professional Training: - Apprenticeship trained as an Instrument Technician or Automation and Controls Engineer. - 18th Edition certification

• Work Experience: A minimum of 3 years of practical experience in automation, controls or related fields.