- Folkestone, Kent
- Permanent
- £54,710 /Yr
- Standard
- Expires In a month
Controls Engineer Opportunity - Apply Through Kandhu Recruitment!
Are you an experienced engineer with a passion for automation and control systems? Looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced FMCG environment? This could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Kandhu Recruitment is working with a highly successful FMCG business seeking a Controls Engineer to enhance performance, optimize automation, and drive continuous improvements in their production processes.
What's on Offer: ✅ Job Security: Join a well-established, successful business ✅ Schedule: Monday - Friday ) ✅ Competitive Salary & Excellent Benefits
About the Role: As a Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining control systems to improve efficiency and reliability. Key responsibilities include:
- Driving improvements using advanced controls and automation technologies.
- Executing process and control enhancements, prioritizing work based on plant needs.
- Performing routine maintenance, backups, and upgrades of control systems.
- Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental, and Corporate standards (ATEX, COSHH, etc.).
- Supporting corporate strategies and departmental targets (TPM, LEAN).
What We're Looking For: ✅ Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a controls/automation role within FMCG or food manufacturing. ✅ Education: Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or advanced training with 5+ years of experience. ✅ Technical Skills: Hands-on expertise in automation hardware/software, PLCs (Siemens TIA Portal & Simatic Manager preferred), HMI, VFD, servo-motion control, and DC motor controls. ✅ Knowledge: Strong understanding of PLC control system architecture and field control devices. ✅ Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze and troubleshoot reliability issues in factory automation systems.
If you're ready to take your engineering career to the next level, apply today through Kandhu Recruitment!
Kandhu Recruitment specializes in the Food, Drink, and FMCG sectors. We will assess all applications based on suitability and will contact relevant candidates to discuss further opportunities. Unfortunately, we are unable to respond to unsuitable applicants.
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