About the Role
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
Join a growing control systems company delivering bespoke industrial automation projects for customers across the UK and internationally.
This is a hands-on role where you'll work on a variety of automation projects. You'll work with Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs and variable-speed drives, combining programming, fault-finding and commissioning while working directly with customers and engineering teams.
Job Responsibilities
- Commission industrial control panels and automation systems on customer sites.
- Program, configure, test and fault-find Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC systems.
- Configure and commission HMI systems.
- Commission and troubleshoot variable-speed drives (VSDs/VFDs).
- Carry out I/O checks, functional testing and system commissioning.
- Diagnose electrical, instrumentation, PLC and control-system faults.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, control-panel drawings and wiring diagrams.
- Work with electrical and mechanical teams during installation and commissioning.
- Write and modify PLC, HMI and drive parameters/programs where required.
- Produce commissioning documentation, test records and handover information.
- Liaise professionally with customers, contractors and site personnel.
- Support factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT).
Experience Required
- Practical experience commissioning industrial automation and control systems.
- Good knowledge of Siemens PLCs and Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLCs.
- Experience with industrial HMI systems.
- Experience commissioning variable-speed drives/inverters.
- Ability to read and understand electrical control schematics.
- Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to work independently and methodically. xgikmsk
- Good communication and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to travel to customer sites in the UK and abroad...
PLC Commissioning Engineer in Littlehampton employer: Hernshead Recruitment Ltd
As an Independent Connections Provider, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment for our High Voltage Operatives. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through ongoing training opportunities and a strong emphasis on safety culture, ensuring that you can thrive in your role while contributing to impactful projects across the UK. Join us to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in delivering electrical network solutions.
