Controls Engineer

Brockworth
2 months ago
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Controls Engineer – Gloucester

Competitive Salary 

Our client is a specialist engineering company that delivers a range of automated products, solutions and technical services for the manufacturing sector and they are recruiting for a Controls Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. As a Controls Engineer, your role will focus on the development and support of bespoke automated machinery supplied worldwide.

This role will be predominantly based at their Gloucester office with occasional international travel to their client's sites as required.   

Controls Engineer Responsibilities:  

- Carry out software and hardware configuration of networked control systems

- Program and integrate vision systems for inspection and measurement using Cognex or similar products

- Provide control system support for prototype, new machine builds, and existing equipment in the field

- Ensure and oversee machine safety to the relevant international standards and practices

- Prepare support documentation to assist with machine manufacture, testing, and customer documentation packages

- Provide customer support and be prepared to travel on-site as required

- Identify opportunities for process, productivity, and quality improvements

- Actively participate in product development and improvement

Controls Engineer Requirements:  

- Qualified to HNC/HND or equivalent in a Software-related discipline

- Proven experience in PLC, HMI, and motion programming, preferably using Rockwell Logix platform

- Experience with Siemens Control systems and TIA portal is advantageous.

- Knowledge and programming of robotic applications, preferably with Yaskawa, is preferred.

- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.

- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and able to communicate at all levels.

- Helpful and supportive approach to resolving technical challenges.

- Receptive and adaptable to change.

- Able to travel internationally to customer sites (approximately 2-3 weeks in duration, 4-5 times per annum, but may vary depending on projects).

- Current passport and fully COVID-19 vaccinated to allow international travel.

If you are a passionate and skilled Controls Engineer who thrives in a dynamic, international environment, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge automation solutions for the global lead acid battery industry.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included

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