Control Systems Engineer
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Location
Abingdon
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
£40k - 50k per year + benefits
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Contact:
Charles Cureton
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Contact email:
Charles.Cureton@jonlee.co.uk
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Contact phone:
01384 446105
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Salary high:
50000
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Salary low:
40000
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Job ref:
53662
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Published:
about 1 year ago
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Expiry date:
2020-03-06
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Consultant:
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Due to investment in the next level of automated technologies, a leading high technology business is currently recruiting a Control Systems Engineer.
Commutable from: Oxford, Swindon, Bicester, Newbury, Aylesbury, Didcot, Wantage
Salary: £ 40,000 - £ 50,000 p.a. + benefits
Suitable for: Control Systems Engineer, Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Software Engineer
The Role
This role exists to be one of the key players in the design and development of PLC / PC software for both machine accessories and retro-fits, for both current and new equipment and automation. It is one of a group of multi-functional Engineers with the ability to identify and problem solve issues related to production processes, equipment, and manufacturability.
Responsibilities will include:
- Works in conjunction with mechanical, electrical and automation engineering, and colleagues in Research & Development in the development of current machines, and the design of new machines with particular focus on all aspects of software including development and maintenance
- Project manages with hands-on ownership of all aspects of software developments, from detailed design through to final validation
- Ensure all prototypes are programmed to the correct/desired standard and are validated for use
The Person
- 3+ years in machine / automation software development
- Specific experience of working with industrial machinery within a technical environment, not just a general software engineering or infrastructure background
- Multi language PLC / PAC programming capabilities; Omron-Sysmac, Siemens TIA, Rockwell – ControlLogix/CompactLogix, Opto 22 desirable
- Experience in HMI design
- Proficient in software troubleshooting
- Excellent problem-solving skills and able to demonstrate a flair for creativity and innovation
- Able to work independently and demonstrate excellent organisational, time management and prioritisation skills, between multiple projects
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight timescales
- Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate at all levels
- Able to work successfully in a multi-disciplinary project team
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.