Senior PLC Controls Engineer | Industrial Automation

Amentum Services, Inc.; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Senior PLC/Control Systems Engineer in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves designing and implementing PLC-based control systems, ensuring high-quality documentation and formal testing. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, along with significant experience in PLC programming and troubleshooting. The company values a culture of safety, integrity, and collaboration, offering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are embraced and flexibility is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in design and implementation of PLC control systems.
• Excellent understanding of PLC programming languages and communication protocols.
• Experience in producing control system functional specifications and testing documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and test PLC-based control systems.
• Support project delivery and report technical issues.
• Conduct formal testing and validation of control systems.

Skills

PLC programming expertise

Fault-finding and troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HMI/SCADA systems

IEC 61131 programming languages

Job description

A global engineering firm is seeking a Senior PLC/Control Systems Engineer in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves designing and implementing PLC-based control systems, ensuring high-quality documentation and formal testing. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, along with significant experience in PLC programming and troubleshooting. The company values a culture of safety, integrity, and collaboration, offering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are embraced and flexibility is encouraged.