Senior Controls Engineer

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Job Title: Senior Controls Engineer
Location: Wolverhampton
Pay Range/details: £60,00 - £65,(Apply online only)
Contract Type: Permanent

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to join our clients growing team over in the Wolverhampton area

Key Responsibilities – Senior Controls Engineer

Understand client requirements and translate them into effective control solutions
 Produce electrical and controls concept designs including Functional Design Specifications, Safety Requirements Specifications, Single Line Diagrams, Network Topologies, Device Layouts, Cause & Effect Matrices and Safety Block Diagrams
Hand over designs to the Hardware Design team and review outputs for accuracy and compliance
Create software designs including Software Design Specifications and deliver software/configuration for PLC, HMI, SCADA, robots, drives and related systems
Maintain the Technical Construction File throughout the project lifecycle
Support and participate in Factory Acceptance Testing
Lead or support commissioning activities and Site Acceptance Testing · Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, client specifications and internal standards
Achieve project milestones and contribute to on-time delivery Promote continuous improvement initiatives within the team
Mentor and develop less-experienced engineers
Undertake other duties as required to support project success
Qualifications & Requirements – Senior Controls Engineer 

Level 6 Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Electrical / Electronic Engineering
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar controls engineering role
Very good understanding of electrical control systems, including design and implementation
Strong ability to work both as a team player and independently on own initiative Excellent oral and written communication skills
Confident, proactive and organised approach to tasks
Adaptable to different situations and project demands
Effective problem-solving skills with a hands-on attitude
Enthusiastic, reliable and committed to delivering quality work
What we can offer – Senior Controls Engineer

Competitive salary
25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
Bonus scheme
BUPA Medical plan
 Pension scheme
Life Insurance
Employee assistance programme
Flexible working options
Programme of personal development and training
Car allowance 
Free car parking with EV charge points on-site
Social and wellbeing activity programme
Bike 2 work scheme
For more information on this role, please contact Charlie Boulton on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed)

Candidates who are currently a Senior Controls Engineer, Controls Engineer, Electrical Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Software Controls Engineer or Lead Controls Engineer may be suitable for this position. For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website 

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