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Senior Controls Engineer

Posted 3 months ago

  • Warrington, Cheshire
  • Contract
  • £50 to £55 /Yr
  • Sponsored


Our client, a leader in the automation sector, serving the Oil & Gas industry, is currently seeking a Senior Controls Engineer for a contract role. This is a fantastic opportunity to utilise your expertise in electrical engineering, SCADA, PLCs, and instrumentation while contributing to cutting-edge projects.

Job Requirements:
  • Minimum of five years' experience developing integrated control system solutions
  • Extensive experience throughout the full project lifecycle: from system specification to design, development, testing, and on-site commissioning
  • Proficiency in PLC and SCADA systems, Such as Siemens, Allen Bradley, Rockwell
  • Strong understanding of control panels, electrical installation, and instrumentation solutions
  • Ability to develop and deliver detailed design documentation
  • A degree or HND/HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Control Systems, or a related discipline
  • Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional registration
Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist the Lead Engineer or Project Manager in developing project Gantt charts
  • Contributing to and updating task & procurement lists
  • Peer review of documents created by the project team or other teams
  • Attending contract meetings with the Lead Engineer or Project Manager as required
  • Conducting site surveys as necessary
  • Developing functional design specifications (FDS) and detailed design specifications (DDS)
  • Quantifying and building quotations for client-initiated design changes
  • Providing input into the design review process for subcontractor designs, panel designs, etc.
  • Developing project modules, including PLC code, SCADA scripts, mimics, communication drivers
  • Creating site work documentation such as risk assessments, method statements, and site test documentation
  • Developing operation and maintenance (O&M) documentation
  • Undertaking full integrated system testing, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), installation, and commissioning


If you are a seasoned Controls Engineer looking for an exciting, challenging contract role within the automation and Oil & Gas sector, this opportunity with our client is perfect for you. Apply now to join a dynamic and innovative team.