Proactive Global
Controls Engineer
Job Location
Banbury, United Kingdom
Job Description
Controls Engineer
50% working from home & 50% working from sites.
Proactive Global is currently working with a leading global provider of intelligent supply chain, warehouse automation, and material handling solutions, this organization leverages cutting-edge technology, including robotics, AI, and software. It designs and implements systems that optimize logistics and operational efficiency for industries like retail, manufacturing, and e-commerce. With a legacy of innovation and a customer-centric approach, it helps businesses enhance productivity and meet the demands of modern supply chains.
Introduction to the role:
We are seeking a talented Controls Engineer to join our growing Modifications and Upgrades (MU) team. The MU division plays a critical role in supporting operational automated material handling sites by delivering enhancement projects. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting hardware and software solutions tailored to modernization and upgrade projects. Your duties will include providing control solutions, encompassing software design and on-site commissioning, while ensuring projects are delivered within the agreed budget and timelines. Given the nature of this position, you will travel to various customer sites to conduct surveys and gain a deeper understanding of their requirements. While the team is primarily based in Wellingborough, we offer remote working options to accommodate the travel demands of the role.
Responsibility:
To provide controls solution for a material handling project involving software design and commissioning.
Ensure the solution meets the requirements of the project and is carried out within cost and time scale constraints.
To understand the constraints of working on live sites and provide solutions that minimise the disruptions to client operations whilst working within the project scope.
To provide support, attend to system faults and perform investigation and fault rectification where necessary.
To assist in developing and maintaining departmental procedures and standards, promoting a continuous improvement culture.
Production of PLC software, including safety-compliant code.
Production of all associated documentation including, but not limited to Functional Design Specifications, test specifications, and commissioning checklists.
To commission controls systems on site and to provide support to system integration commissioning activities.Qualifications:
HNC or HND, or equivalent qualification, in electrical engineering or a similar field.
Proven experience producing PLC software within an automated materials handling environment or similar industries i.e., manufacturing or production.
Previous experience in producing PLC software inclusive of safety-compliant code.
A working knowledge of Siemens Step 7/TIA would be an advantage, but we will also consider those with programming experience on other PLC platforms.
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with multi-disciplined teams.
Full UK Driving Licence and ability to travel to sites when required approx. 50%
Ability to work outside of core hours to meet the project objectives.How to apply:
For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Aman Chudasama on (phone number removed) or or
Location: Banbury, GB
Posted Date: 11/27/2024
50% working from home & 50% working from sites.
Proactive Global is currently working with a leading global provider of intelligent supply chain, warehouse automation, and material handling solutions, this organization leverages cutting-edge technology, including robotics, AI, and software. It designs and implements systems that optimize logistics and operational efficiency for industries like retail, manufacturing, and e-commerce. With a legacy of innovation and a customer-centric approach, it helps businesses enhance productivity and meet the demands of modern supply chains.
Introduction to the role:
We are seeking a talented Controls Engineer to join our growing Modifications and Upgrades (MU) team. The MU division plays a critical role in supporting operational automated material handling sites by delivering enhancement projects. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting hardware and software solutions tailored to modernization and upgrade projects. Your duties will include providing control solutions, encompassing software design and on-site commissioning, while ensuring projects are delivered within the agreed budget and timelines. Given the nature of this position, you will travel to various customer sites to conduct surveys and gain a deeper understanding of their requirements. While the team is primarily based in Wellingborough, we offer remote working options to accommodate the travel demands of the role.
Responsibility:
To provide controls solution for a material handling project involving software design and commissioning.
Ensure the solution meets the requirements of the project and is carried out within cost and time scale constraints.
To understand the constraints of working on live sites and provide solutions that minimise the disruptions to client operations whilst working within the project scope.
To provide support, attend to system faults and perform investigation and fault rectification where necessary.
To assist in developing and maintaining departmental procedures and standards, promoting a continuous improvement culture.
Production of PLC software, including safety-compliant code.
Production of all associated documentation including, but not limited to Functional Design Specifications, test specifications, and commissioning checklists.
To commission controls systems on site and to provide support to system integration commissioning activities.Qualifications:
HNC or HND, or equivalent qualification, in electrical engineering or a similar field.
Proven experience producing PLC software within an automated materials handling environment or similar industries i.e., manufacturing or production.
Previous experience in producing PLC software inclusive of safety-compliant code.
A working knowledge of Siemens Step 7/TIA would be an advantage, but we will also consider those with programming experience on other PLC platforms.
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with multi-disciplined teams.
Full UK Driving Licence and ability to travel to sites when required approx. 50%
Ability to work outside of core hours to meet the project objectives.How to apply:
For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Aman Chudasama on (phone number removed) or or
Location: Banbury, GB
Posted Date: 11/27/2024
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