Electrical Automation Controls Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Controls Engineer - Automation, Maintenance Support Location: Warrington areaDepartment: Controls and AutomationPay Range: £59,000 plus a comprehensive package, Bonus and PensionContract Type: PermanentClient: Category market leader in Manufacturing, multi-billion-dollar turnover and award-winningSignificant multi-million CAPEX and related automation investmentDue 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.Newly created rolesReporting 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 SupportResponsible for the development, implementation, documentation, testing and maintenance of software for:Inverter drivesProgrammable safety systemsPLCsServo drivesSCADA systemOperator interface (HMI) screensTrain and provide advice to Engineers and Operators as requiredPLC alterations & improvementsDevelop knowledge and application of automation skillsDevelop and implement projects to drive improvement in manufacturing availabilityNew installations, including the programming of softwareEnsuring machines and equipment are safe, working efficiently and fit for purposeYou’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 downtimeDevelop automation skills and techniques through OEM trainingCoach and mentor Maintenance Engineers on control systemsProactive in detecting, reporting, diagnosing and predicting potential or existing software and electronic issues on all equipmentYou’ll be involved in fault-finding, diagnostics, and implementing permanent solutions to ensure safety, quality, and efficiencyRequirements & Qualifications – Electrical Controls EngineerAutomation maintenance SupportAn electrical engineering qualification (HNC/HND Level)A working knowledge of PLC systems and HMI softwareExperience maintaining electrical/control systems on complex processes and/or high-speed production equipmentExperience troubleshooting, testing, and repairing instrumentation devicesExperience in PLC touchscreen controls and electrical maintenancePLC programming skillsTime served Electrical EngineerAutomation / Controls apprentice with several years post post-qualification work experience within a manufacturing environmentHNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalentAbility to fault-find and implement program modifications on a range of PLCs & SCADAKnowledge of servo drives and invertersExperienced in high-level fault-finding and diagnostics across a range of control equipmentExperience of fault-finding on industrial communication networksExperience of designing & modifying control circuits and program logicWhat we can offer – Electrical Controls EngineerBest-in-class learning and development support from day oneAn 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 offShare save scheme and exceptional rewardFor more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on 01132123519 or send a copy of your CV to mike.butler@omegaresource.co.ukCandidates who are currently a PLC Engineer, PLC programmer, Electrical Engineer, Controls Technician, Controls Automation Engineer, may be suitable for this position.