Controls Systems Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Controls Systems Engineer to join the technical team at one of our primary facilities. This role is responsible for the operation, development, and maintenance of the site's central control system, ensuring efficient and reliable production. Minimum 5 years' hands-on industrial experience in control systems. Experience with Siemens PCS7, Step 7, Simatic Manager, and WinCC (or similar DCS/PLC environments) required.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and manage the central control system to ensure efficient operation.
- Serve as Network Owner, responsible for servers, control system software, and communication networks.
- Design, program, and implement software for projects and plant modifications.
- Perform software modifications, troubleshooting, PID loop setup, and tuning.
- Assist engineers with control system issues.
- Carry out commissioning and signal checking for plant upgrades and projects.
- Maintain operator stations and plant visualisation software.
- Coordinate the uploading of new software, patches, and upgrades.
- Collaborate with expert engineers from control system suppliers.
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will have strong technical expertise and the ability to collaborate across multiple departments within a manufacturing environment.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Degree (or equivalent) in a technical engineering discipline.
- Minimum 5 years' hands-on industrial experience in control systems.
- Experience with PCS7, Step 7, Simatic Manager, and WinCC (or similar DCS/PLC environments).
- Familiarity with PLC programming languages such as CFC, FBD, and STL.
- Knowledge of Windows operating systems, network configuration, and IT security.
- Exposure to SQL and a high-level programming language.
- Understanding of system archiving/restoration and OT cybersecurity tools and practices.
Personal Attributes
- Strong problem-solving and technical skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Business acumen and practical approach to engineering challenges.
