Controls & Automation Engineer

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Treoes, South Glamorgan
13 months ago
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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.

Key Duties

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.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and specifications.
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.
Provide specialist control system assistance to the Commissioning Teams within the workshop and on site in conjunction with the RSE PM
Carry out Site Acceptance Testing of the Control System against the SAT document.
Investigate and provide technical advice and support to the design, delivery, and senior management teams on automation related issues.
Manage the specification, development, installation, and validation of automation projects within budget and corporate guidelines.
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 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.
Understanding of Robotics Programming(Kuka, ABB & Universal Robotics)
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.
Siemens/Rockwell Certification
Full UK Driving Licence

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