About the position

We are currently working with a provider of bespoke affordable control and safety solutions. The company delivers industrial automation control & safety systems and instrument services to customers worldwide, and serves multiple markets including rail, petrochemical, pharmaceuticals, marine and others.

Job Responsibilities:

• Developing complex designs, detailed layouts, mechanical design and wiring schematics for safety / control systems using AutoCAD.
• Hardware and Software design engineering.
• PLC Programming – writing & developing code – Allan Bradley Rockwell, etc.
• Reviewing project specifications and determining project requirements.
• Working on both new and existing Schemes to develop detailed designs.
• Developing functional design specifications and documentation for new projects.
• Designing SCADA systems and HMIs.
• Perform testing & validation of hardware/software systems.
• Optimising design via simulations, testing & development.
• Participate in design & technical meetings with customers/stakeholders.
• Internal System Testing of new systems.
• On site commissioning of new systems both UK and worldwide.

Experience Required:

• AutoCAD Knowledge & Experience – This is a must and we will require evidence of this prior to hiring.
• Experienced in PLC programming – Allen Bradley as a minimum.
• Systems, Software & Hardware development experience.
• Degree in Control, Automation or Electrical Engineering is preferred.
• PLC / SCADA system design & development, including safety.
• Industrial communications experience – ProfiBus, Ethernet, DeviceNet.
• Experience with Emulation & Simulation software an advantage.
• Strong & effective communicator.
• Willing to travel throughout the UK & overseas if needed.
• Rail Industry knowledge would be advantageous.