Controls and instrumentation engineer

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 Norfolk.

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 3+ 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:

* 3+ 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.

* Right to work in the UK.

In return for your commitment my client offers a stable and secure career for a technically motivated sales manager. If you feel this is of interest, please send your CV directly to Hanna Simmonds at or call for a confidential discussion on .