Control System Engineer

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What Are We Looking For?

RSE is recruiting Control System Engineers across our business to join us in delivering solutions to the Water industry. You’ll be in involved in the development, commissioning and support of automation and control systems solutions as well as automation and control systems design, specification, programming, simulation, testing and start-up assistance.

Some of Your Key Duties Include:

Detailed design proposals that establish the scope of work required for new build and ICA refurbishment projects.

Design, develop, and program control systems using Siemens TIA Portal and AB Studio 5000 applications.

Configure and implement Siemens WinCC SCADA systems and HMIs for industrial automation.

Troubleshoot and optimise existing control systems for performance and reliability.

Generate Client documents including FDS, SDS.

Conduct system testing, validation, and commissioning at client sites.

Provide technical support and training to clients and team members.

Define the project Software Testing strategy and ensure appropriate time and resources are allocated.

Implementation of robust change control during the entire project lifecycle.

Develop and self-test control system software to achieve the required functionality in accordance with the FDS.

Carry out Site Acceptance Testing of the Control System against the SAT document.

What Do You Need?

HNC/HND Degree in Engineering or equivalent, with particular emphasis in electrical, mechanical, electronic, automation and/or chemical discipline

Have proven ability in the design and commissioning of control and electrical systems associated with process automation, preferably in the Hydro power and Water sector.

Detailed experience in the development of Control Systems solutions using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and HMI/SCADA and Telemetry Systems in the process control environment using one or more of the following manufacturers: Allen Bradley/ Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi

Experienced working knowledge of Profibus, ProfNet, Ethernet. Modbus and DH+ systems

Experienced in integration and modification into existing systems PLC control systems in a ‘live’ environment.

Have a strong working knowledge of process systems, P&ID control and loop tuning

Working knowledge and an understanding of electrical schematics.

Must be flexible and willing to travel, including regular site working.

ECS/CSCS card

SIMEMS/Rockwell Certification

Full UK Driving Licence

Who Are We?

RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low-carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence.

Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we’re on hand for all our clients’ needs.

Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE’s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development.

What RSE Offer

To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, you’ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader.              

Industry-leading salary based on your experience.

A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go.

Private Healthcare (Personal).

Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years’ service.

Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work

Discounted National Gym Membership

Professional Fees Paid

Employee Discount Platform

EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme

Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse.

In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive.

If you’re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now

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