Senior Control Systems Engineer

My client in Milton Keynes is currently in need of a Senior Control Systems Engineer.

Main Tasks of the Role:�

���������Interpret product and sub-system requirements into functional design specifications.��

���������Generate electrical and software architectures at both a product and sub-system level.��

���������Produce high-level design concepts to meet specified requirements.��

���������Generate electrical component specifications.��

���������Generate software specifications.��

���������Oversee the design and development of software.��

���������Sign off technical content.��

���������Support the commissioning of products, from initial debug to functionality verification.��

���������Work on projects ranging from sub-system concepts to proven production machines.��

���������Be the Control Systems representative in projects.�

���������Be responsible for the day-to-day activities of several Engineers.�

���������Support continuous improvement by being involved in the generation and updating of departmental design processes.��

���������Interface with other areas of the Engineering function to ensure the efficient integration of the control system into the wider product.��

���������Manage project work and be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.��

Qualifications & Experience:�

���������A strong academic background.��

���������A degree in a relevant field (candidates without a degree will be considered if they can demonstrate extensive and relevant industry experience).��

���������Experience in electrical system design and development for complex electro-mechanical systems.��

���������Experience in using design tools such as AutoCAD and CREO.��

���������Experience in leading or mentoring Engineers.��

���������Knowledge of PLC programming using CODESYS.��

���������Knowledge of Functional Safety.��

���������An appreciation of Engineering standards e.g. BS EN ISO 13849 or BS EN 62061.��

���������Experience in software development using MS Visual Studio (C, C#, C++) advantageous.��

���������Experience in 3D CAD advantageous.�

��������Chartered Engineer, or working towards Chartered status with a UK Professional Engineering Institution.�

Working Hours

• Basic working hours will be 08:00 - 16:30, Monday - Friday.�

Benefits

• Annual bonus (for indication only) based on recent average �500 per annum�

• 25 days holiday (increases with service, up to 30 days), plus bank holidays�

• Staff discounts�

• Cycle to Work Scheme�

• Referral Scheme�

• Discounted gym memberships�

• Free on-site parking�

• Subsidised refreshments (lunch and drink options).�

• Free quarterly company lunches�

• Free family events�

• Health cover scheme for dental, optical etc. (Additional Membership available for Partners, paid for by the employee. Kids membership included for free)�

• 5% contributory pension�

• Life insurance scheme�

• Workwear (including safety shoes and PPE)�

• On-site canteen�

• On-site changing rooms and showers�

The salary for the job is �40,000 - �53,000/annum with a generous holiday/pension package.

Please respond with an up to date CV to be considered.

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