Control Systems Engineer

22 hours ago

Wigton, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Job Title: Control Systems Engineer

Location: Cumbria

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per year + Bonus Scheme

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Performance-related pay and an annual performance bonus.
Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days.
Flexible working policy and healthcare cash plan covering dependents.
Generous pension scheme with employer contributions up to 9%.
Access to our benefits platform, including retail discounts, wellbeing resources, and discounted gym memberships.
On-site perks such as free parking and EV charging points.
Are you an innovative problem solver with experience in process controls, PLCs, and manufacturing systems? Do you thrive on taking on challenges and driving improvements? If so, we want to hear from you

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Group PC&A Engineer, you'll support our multi-skilled engineering team in maintaining high standards across the site. You'll lead and participate in projects that drive process improvements, optimise systems, and ensure high-quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform safety-compliant work with machinery, systems, and chemicals.
Maintain and update CMMS records with detailed information.
Rectify PLC and system faults, identifying root causes.
Create and update PLC programs and manage system software backups.
Carry out planned maintenance (PM) and breakdown support within deadlines.
Redesign and modify plant and machinery to maximize output.
Lead and participate in individual or team projects.
Analyze performance data to align PM schedules with operational history.
Develop bespoke systems and controls where required.
Ensure hazardous area requirements are met, including COMPEX standards.
Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and share learnings to improve processes.

What We're Looking For:

We value individuals with a positive, flexible mindset who work effectively both autonomously and as part of a team. Key qualifications and experience include:

Essential Qualifications:

HNC in Engineering or equivalent with relevant industrial experience.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Proven PLC programming and fault-finding skills (Ladder Logic, C+, Structured Text).
Experience with vision control systems.

Desirable Qualifications:

HND/Foundation Degree in Engineering.
CAD and project management experience.
Hazardous Areas COMPEX 1-4 qualification.

Apply Now

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we'd want to hear from you Please click apply to send your CV or any questions, contact Kirk at MDE UK, Bristol

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