*Not open to recruitment agencies*

Primarily a Contract Role (however, full or part-time considered) design engineer with at least 4 - 5 years experience.

You will be reporting directly to the Technical Manager and your main responsibilities will be the design and development of PLC Software and Motor control activities.

Controls System Engineer Requirements

• A good understanding of control system principles
• Able to read and produce electrical schematic diagrams
• Experience with using various PLC Hardware
• HMI display (Human Machine Interface) programming
• Ability to write programs using Ladder Logic or Structured Text
• An understanding of the MODBUS communications architecture
• Experience of using Servo Motors and have an understanding of some of their key principles
• Good Knowledge of using test equipment i.e. DVM’s, oscilloscopes, protocol analysers etc.
• Experience with using LabVIEW (non-essential requirement)
• A good understanding of Test & Measurement Principles
• Ability to take designs from initial concept through to successful completion
• Championing initiatives that could reduce carbon & manufacturing costs

Personal & Educational Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years experience in the field of Control Systems
• Engineering Degree, HND/HNC (Level 5 GCSE or equivalent minimum)
• Ability to self-manage tasks and time
• Proficient with the use of Microsoft Spreadsheets
• Good analytical skills
• Good numeracy, accuracy, attention to detail
• The ability to follow through a task to their successful conclusion
• The ability to learn and absorb new information and training

You will get the opportunity to be involved in small and manageable projects for the company. Training will also be provided as part of your learning journey, from concept and specification, design through prototyping and testing in preparation for manufacture. A keen and responsible attitude to work and an ability to show initiative in all tasks is a must.