Job Description:
As a Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing control software for various programmable control systems, including Siemens S7 Classic and/or TIA, and Rockwell Studio 5000. You will join the dynamic controls department within a well-established and respected control system engineering company based in the Midlands. There will be periods on-site during the commission phase of projects.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop control software for Siemens S7 Classic and/or TIA and Rockwell Studio 5000-based programmable control systems.
- Write PLC software from first principles, with at least 5+ years of experience in this area.
- Write safety software and validate it against a safety matrix.
- Configure and set up VFD drives.
- Utilise STL and/or IL coding for control system development.
- Work with ProfiNet systems or similar communication protocols.
- Read and interpret electrical drawings.
- Conduct basic electrical fault finding using a multimeter.
- Create documentation such as FDS (Functional Design Specification), O&M (Operation and Maintenance) manuals, etc.
- Utilise Microsoft Office tools effectively for documentation and communication purposes.
- Demonstrate a good understanding of the English language, both spoken and written, as most customers are based in the UK.
- Occasionally work weekends and stay overnight away from home as required.
Minimum Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience writing PLC software from first principles, preferably in Siemens S7 Classic and/or TIA. Experience with Rockwell Studio 5000 is also acceptable.
- Experience in writing safety software and validating it against a safety matrix.
- Proficiency in VFD drive configuration and setup.
- Strong knowledge of STL and/or IL coding.
- Familiarity with ProfiNet systems or similar communication protocols.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
- Competence in carrying out basic electrical fault finding using a multimeter.
- Experience in creating documentation such as FDS, O&M manuals, etc.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Full UK driving license.
- Right to work in the UK.
In return for your commitment my client offers a stable and secure career for a technically motivated engineer. If you feel this is of interest, please call Alisha Massey for a confidential discussion on alternatively you can email for further details.