Electrical Controls Engineer
We are recruiting for an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to develop, maintain, and optimise control systems implementation, including operation & maintenance procedures, make changes to PLC programs, and ensure maximum availability of production equipment.
Responsibilities
- Ensure accurate software backups are available and up-to-date for all PLC programs on site, new and existing equipment.
- Modify PLC programs where required.
- Liaise with staff and group for MES integration & new projects.
- Create work instructions and train maintenance staff in basic PLC & camera fault finding.
- Support the maintenance team where required to assist with PLC fault finding to ensure maximum machine availability.
- Ensure accurate software backups are available and up-to-date for all improvements where necessary or improvements are identified.
- Liaise with Engineering Stores to combat obsolescence & ensure minimum stock levels are maintained.
- Attend breakdowns and support maintenance.
- Replace obsolete / faulty equipment.
- Make program changes where required and safe to do so.
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 or above in Electrical Engineering / PLC programming, Electrical Maintenance (preferably degree level).
- PLC knowledge and expertise.
- Ability to write PLC programmes and provide software support.
- Knowledge of data capture systems.
- Fault finding and problem solving skills.
- Advanced IT skills.
- Network knowledge and understanding.
- Experience and knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation and best practice.
- Knowledge of ALBB Robots, Rapid.
Working Hours
Monday to Friday – day shift.
Salary
£48,000 – £50,000 per annum.
For more information regarding this position, contact Laura Riding.
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