Electrical Controls Engineer

13 hours ago

Warrington Cheshire, United Kingdom Omega Full time

Job Title: Electrical Controls Engineer - Automation, Maintenance Support
Department: Controls and Automation
Pay Range: £59,000 plus a comprehensive package, Bonus and Pension
Contract Type: Permanent
Category market leader in Manufacturing, multi-billion-dollar turnover and award-winning
Significant multi-million CAPEX and related automation investment Due to significant investment and automation activities on a large, world-class manufacturing site, we are launching a recruitment drive for PLC-biased Electrical Controls Engineers—first line automation support. Reporting to the Controls & Automation Manager, you will be responsible for the automation, controls and electrical systems of the production plant. Including Robotics and materials handling. Key Responsibilities - Electrical Controls Engineer - Automation maintenance Support
Responsible for the development, implementation, documentation, testing and maintenance of software for:
PLCs
Train and provide advice to Engineers and Operators as required
PLC alterations & improvements
Develop knowledge and application of automation skills
Develop and implement projects to drive improvement in manufacturing availability
New installations, including the programming of software
Ensuring machines and equipment are safe, working efficiently and fit for purpose
You’ll collaborate across teams and contribute to key improvement projects while gaining experience with a variety of control systems.
Diagnose and troubleshoot complex machine faults to reduce downtime
Develop automation skills and techniques through OEM training
Coach and mentor Maintenance Engineers on control systems
Proactive in detecting, reporting, diagnosing and predicting potential or existing software and electronic issues on all equipment
You’ll be involved in fault-finding, diagnostics, and implementing permanent solutions to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency

Requirements & Qualifications – Electrical Controls Engineer
Automation maintenance Support

An electrical engineering qualification (HNC/HND Level)
A working knowledge of PLC systems and HMI software
Experience maintaining electrical/control systems on complex processes and/or high-speed production equipment
Experience troubleshooting, testing, and repairing instrumentation devices
Experience in PLC touchscreen controls and electrical maintenance
PLC programming skills
Time served Electrical Engineer
Automation / Controls apprentice with several years post post-qualification work experience within a manufacturing environment
HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Ability to fault-find and implement program modifications on a range of PLCs & SCADA
Experience of fault-finding on industrial communication networks
What we can offer – Electrical Controls Engineer

~ An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
~25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional, plus 7 days off every 4 weeks on a working pattern, lots of time off
~ Share save scheme and exceptional reward


Candidates who are currently a PLC Engineer, PLC programmer, Electrical Engineer, Controls Technician, Controls Automation Engineer, may be suitable for this position.

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