At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and support automated machinery with cutting-edge control systems.
- Company: Fast-growing manufacturing business in Gloucester with a skilled engineering team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, private medical insurance, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Inclusive environment with opportunities for international travel and career growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make an impact on innovative automation projects.
- Qualifications: HNC/HND in Software, experience with PLC, HMI, and motion programming.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
A great role with a fast-growing, established manufacturing business based in Gloucester. They are looking for an outstanding Controls Engineer to join their highly skilled team of engineers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide Controls System development and support of special purpose automated machinery supplied worldwide.
- Carry out a range of PLC, HMI and Motion Control programming and modification work.
- Carry out software & hardware configuration of networked control systems with distributed Input Output (IO).
- Carry out the programming and integration of vision systems for inspection & measurement using Cognex or similar products.
- Control system support of prototype, new machine builds and existing equipment in the field.
- Ensure and oversee machine safety to the relevant international standards and practices.
- Prepare support documentation to assist both machine manufacture, testing and customer documentation packages.
- Provide customer support and be prepared to travel on site as required.
- Identify opportunities for process, productivity and quality improvements.
- Actively participate in product development and improvement.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Qualified to HNC / HND or equivalent in a Software related discipline.
- Proven experience of PLC, HMI and motion programming preferably using Rockwell Logix platform, Safety PLC, Kinetix motion control, Studio 5000 and FTViewME. Siemens Control systems & TIA portal advantageous.
- Knowledge and programming of robotic applications preferred (Yaskawa preferred).
- Knowledge of vision systems preferable.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and orally.
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic and able to communicate at all levels.
- Positive attitude with ability to work within culturally diverse environments.
- Helpful and supportive approach to resolution of technical challenges.
- Receptive and adaptable to change.
- Able to travel internationally to customer sites.
What we can offer:
- 25 days annual holiday plus all bank holidays.
- 9/10 shift pattern.
- Private Medical insurance.
- A supportive, inclusive environment.
- Ongoing training and development.
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