Average Controls Engineer salary in the UK

CannockTo £55,000 per year + Paid OT + Pension + PackageThe CompanyAs a leading designer, manufacturer and commissioning specialist, this well established and growing manufacturing Automation solutions provider is now expanding to meet the demand within their global customer market. They have a world class team, class leading next generation automation solutions and are set to grow exponentially over the coming three to five years.The RoleYou will be responsible for design, commissioning and development of automated assembly lines and machinery. Managing the full project lifecycle, such as design to customer standards, HMI design and commissioning. The controls engineer will design and program complex automation solutions throughout the project lifecycle, including installation at customers facility. Creating a functional design specification, you will work on multi line projects as part of a team, and also participate in continuous improvement activities across the department.The Person A minimum of 3 years experience programming automated production linesExtensive knowledge of PLC and HMI design and commissioningExposure to Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7Fluent in ladder, graph, and SCL languages, as well as proficient experience with Siemens WinCC, Allen Bradley and Rockwell softwareYou will have advanced knowledge of pneumatic safety principles and design, with experience of resistance welding, electrical standards and latest safety standardsA strong understanding of motion controls and robot integration, able to troubleshoot issues on a automated manufacturing linePrevious automotive tier 1 manufacturing experience would be beneficial, as well as industry 4.0 How to ApplyTo apply in confidence and to initiate an informal discussion, please submit a fully CV online detailing your current remuneration package and availability quoting job reference 373475.

Food Production / Automated LogisticsBurton-on-Trentc. £55,000 - £60,000 pa + Company BenefitsThe CompanyWould you like to be responsible for the development, installation and commissioning of state-of-the-art Control Systems into an automated food production environment. This next generation food business is leading the way in the development of food processing technology and supplying to the leading retailers across the UK and Europe.The RoleYou will play a key role in delivering highly automated solutions, from both a software and hardware perspective. You will write and develop all PLC program logic, and assist in the creation of best-in-class software roadmap.You will create and lead simulation modelling to validate code work before rollout, using all digitalisation tools available, and work closely with the Controls Engineering Manager to assist with the development of a software roadmap, as well as costing for control panels, site wiring and PLC development and commissioning.You will monitor project timings across software and hardware, also ensure designs work, are cost effective and simply manufactured. The Controls Engineer will attend project review meetings internally and at client site.The PersonYou will be an experienced controls engineer, with a degree or equivalent in electrical engineering or related discipline and hold a minimum of 5 years' experience as a controls engineer within a complex M&E design facility such as food processing, automation, data centres, automated warehousing, or logistics automation.Experience with Siemens S7, TIA Portal is essential for this position, and you will also have a comprehensive understanding of industrial design, utilising AutoCAD, Revit or similar packages.With excellent project management skills, you will be able to write and amend PLC code. Your exposure to Siemens system within an automated warehouse or FMCG environment, will be advantageous.How to ApplyTo apply in confidence and to initiate an informal discussion, please submit a fully CV online detailing your current remuneration package and availability quoting job reference 373464..

Quality Control Engineer Coalburn - ML11 Up to £65,000 Full-Time Permanent Experience with high voltage - up to 400kV Our client is looking for QC engineer with electrical knowledge of MV, LV and control systems to be responsible for electrical site activities. You will ensure that the quality control is in line with the inspection and test plan for the project. A good electrical industrial background is required, and you must be able to follow site procedures. Fully implement traceability on the ITP tracker for the project in an efficient manner aligned with productivity on site. Key Responsibilities as Quality Control Engineer: The electrical Inspector will report to the QA/QC engineer for compliance with site quality control.Understand the flow processes linked to quality and oversee project quality control on site.Ensuring the ITP is completed as the works are progressed onsite in line with the clients ITP procedure document, training will be provided.Review on electrical checklist for compliance and raising defects if required in the way of NCR’s. Must have an understand on NCR processes in generalEnsure that all documentation is completed accurately and on time by construction.Assist in preparing benchmark checklists, updating the site quality board for installation checklists in preparation of site quality audits for perusal by senior management.Monitor subcontractors calibration certifications are within date and tolerances.Carry out TBT tool box talks in line with H&MV processes. Key Requirements: Must have knowledge of Bim360 or similar and have good computer skills using in house data base systems.Must have 18th Edition Wiring Regulations or a recognised electrical qualification.Previous experience preferred but not essential. Disclaimer: Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles, unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants within 14 days then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this role.