Controls Engineer

1 month ago

United Kingdom Theo James Recruitment Full time

Here at Theo James Recruitment, are pleased to be working with a leading Tier 1 Automotive company where innovation and excellence are at the forefront of everything they do. Join a team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and making a tangible impact in the automotive industry.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Controls Engineer to join their dynamic team.

Role Overview:

This role involves specifying, managing, and undertaking hardware, software, and safety installations of new equipment. As a key member of our engineering team, you will ensure the seamless operation and safety of our production facilities.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and commission software and associated hardware on new and existing lines.
  • Maintain and update facility standards using lessons learned from previous experience.
  • Test machine safety and related control systems.
  • Ensure KPI targets are met on newly installed and existing chassis assembly equipment.
  • Manage and progress suppliers against project timelines.
  • Issue clear reports on project status and escalate any roadblocks appropriately.
  • Oversee and plan onsite installations, managing external contractors.
  • Support the Process Development Leader in progressing and completing project-related tasks.
  • Chair meetings, engage, and negotiate with internal customers to form agreements.
  • Guide assembly facility suppliers in designing controls, safety, and electrical systems to ensure standards are followed.

Key Requirements:

  • Excellent understanding of automation, electrical, and fluid power systems.
  • Proven understanding of functional machine safety equipment and safety grading requirements.
  • Ability to modify machine control elements, electrical design, and communication protocols.
  • Capable of researching technology information to suit specific tasks with minimal guidance.
  • Broad-based problem-solving skills.
  • Mechanical comprehension, numerical computation, technical understanding, logical understanding, and eagerness to succeed.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with all departments and suppliers.
  • Ability to manage external suppliers and contractors.

Aptitude and Experience:

  • Ability to plan and manage one's own time and responsibilities with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to modify automated software sequences.
  • Good knowledge of designing production facilities in the aspects of controls, electrical, and safety.
  • Understanding of chassis assembly processes.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to build rapport, displaying trust, integrity, diversity awareness, and good networking skills.
  • Consistent analytical approach when faced with adverse situations.
  • Awareness of the welfare and behavior of others during demanding work phases.

Qualifications:

  • Educated to a minimum of HNC level in Mechatronics.
  • Recognized Electrical Apprenticeship.

Working Hours:

  • Contractual hours: 38 hours per week.
  • Reporting to: Senior Controls Engineer.

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