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Job Role: Senior Controls & Commissioning Engineer
Location: Leicestershire

Shift: Mon - Fri / Days
Salary: £55k -£60k

Job Role Responsibilities:

My client is seeking a Senior Controls and Commissioning Engineer with proven experience in automated tooling and machinery systems to lead the delivery, integration, and commissioning of control systems across high-performance automation platforms.

The role involves full lifecycle engineering from design, programming, and simulation through on-site commissioning, testing, and handover for various.

Lead the design, development, and commissioning of control systems
Develop and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA software for automation projects (Siemens, Rockwell, or equivalent).
Perform detailed I/O checks, safety validation, and functional testing of automation cells.
Create and maintain technical documentation, including functional design specifications (FDS), I/O lists, and commissioning checklists.
Supervise on-site commissioning activities including FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) and SAT (Site Acceptance Test).
Interface with customers, project managers, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure on-time, in-budget delivery.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and contractors.The Candidate:

Minimum 5 years of experience in automation controls and commissioning engineering
Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell, Omron )
Experience with industrial robotics/ automations integration.
In-depth understanding of machine safety systems and functional safety design.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex systems under time constraints.

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To apply for this position, please send your CV to (url removed) or call myself on (phone number removed)

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