Automation Controls Specialist

5 days ago


Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom KION Group Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Controls Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer to join our team at the KION Group. As a Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting hardware/software solutions for Modernisation and Upgrade projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop control solutions for material handling projects, including software design and commissioning.
  • Ensure that solutions meet project requirements and are carried out within cost and time scale constraints.
  • Understand the constraints of working on live sites and provide solutions that minimize disruptions to client operations while working within project scope.
  • Provide support, attend to system faults, and perform investigation and fault rectification where necessary.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining departmental procedures and standards, promoting a continuous improvement culture.
  • Produce PLC software, including safety-compliant code.
  • Produce all associated documentation, including Functional Design Specifications, test specifications, and commissioning checklists.
  • Commission controls systems on site and provide support to system integration commissioning activities.

Requirements:

  • HNC or HND, or equivalent qualification, in electrical engineering or a similar field.
  • Proven experience producing PLC software within an automated materials handling environment or similar industries, i.e., manufacturing or production.
  • Previous experience in producing PLC software inclusive of safety-compliant code.
  • A working knowledge of Siemens Step 7/TIA would be an advantage, but we will also consider those with programming experience on other PLC platforms.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with multi-disciplined teams.
  • Full UK Driving Licence and ability to travel to sites when required, approximately 50%.
  • Ability to work outside of core hours to meet project objectives (weekends and nights).

About Us:

The KION Group is a leading supplier of integrated automated technology, software, and services to optimize the supply chain. We employ over 10,000 skilled logistics professionals to serve our customers globally, with engineering centers and manufacturing facilities located around the world.

What We Offer:

  • Career Development
  • Competitive Compensation and Benefits
  • Pay Transparency
  • Global Opportunities


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