Senior Control Systems Engineer – PLC/Automation Lead

QuidelOrtho Corporation; Pencoed; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading in vitro diagnostics company in Pencoed, Wales is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership and troubleshooting for software and control systems. The role involves collaborating with the maintenance team, supporting automation design, and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and substantial experience in PLC programming, particularly with Rockwell and Siemens systems.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Yearly Salary Reviews

Attractive Pension Scheme

Bonus Scheme

Life Assurance

Private Medical

LinkedIn Learning

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free Onsite Gym

Subsidised Canteen

25 days Holidays + additional leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Reward & Recognition Programmes

State-Of-The-Art facilities

Exceptional career developmental prospects

Strong culture centred around collaboration & customer focus

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Ability to lead problem resolution and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong documentation and report writing skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and resolution for software issues.
• Support the design of new automation control systems.
• Develop maintenance procedures for software and control systems onsite.

Skills

Rockwell systems PLC/HMI programming

Siemens systems PLC/HMI programming

Vision inspection systems knowledge

Installation of Windows based applications and PC configuration

Familiarity with MS SQL data querying

Software Validation expertise

Staubli Robot Programming Experience

Schneider PLC programming

B&R PLC programming

Wonderware SCADA

Education

HNC or Degree in Electronics or Control Engineering

Job description

A leading in vitro diagnostics company in Pencoed, Wales is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership and troubleshooting for software and control systems. The role involves collaborating with the maintenance team, supporting automation design, and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and substantial experience in PLC programming, particularly with Rockwell and Siemens systems.