Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer.
Nuneaton.
£55,000 - £60,000 per annum DOE.
Day Shifts.
Our client is expanding their team at their site in Nuneaton and are looking for a Controls Engineer. This role is key in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of their manufacturing processes as they continue to grow.
Benefits:

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• Salary sacrifice EV vehicle scheme.
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• Annual bonus.
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• 6% matched pension.
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• X4 death in service.
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• Cycle to work scheme.
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What the Controls Engineer will do:

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• You'll be the go-to expert for diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues on control systems on site, minimising downtime and ensuring smooth operations.
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• Take charge of developing and executing maintenance schedules for PLCs, HMIs, and other automation hardware, keeping everything running at peak performance.
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• Work with Siemens, Omron, and Allen-Bradley PLC systems to enhance and modify control programs to meet ever evolving production needs.
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• Spearhead system upgrades and process improvements, driving the implementation of new technologies to keep ahead of the curve.
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• Lead engineering projects that improve site operations, efficiency, and sustainability, collaborating across teams to make it happen.
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• Ensure our control systems meet the highest safety standards, maintaining detailed records and adhering to regulations.
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What we look for in the Controls Engineer:

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• Ideally qualified to HNC level. You’ll also have an electrical competency certification (BS7671) and UK Electrical Test & Inspection qualifications.
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• Proven experience in Controls Engineering, particularly with Siemens, Omron, and Allen-Bradley PLCs in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
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• You’ll need to be proficient in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Familiarity with industrial networks and protocols (Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet, Modbus) is essential.
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• You’ll need to be a quick thinker, identifying and solving problems proactively to keep operations running smoothly.
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• Experience with SCADA systems, HMI development, robotics, motion control, and advanced automation tech.
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• Knowledge of safety systems (SIL, ISO 13849) and certifications in specific PLC platforms.
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To learn more about this exciting opportunity, contact Justin Norley at Stirling Warrington today.