Senior PLC Control Systems Engineer

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

About The Opportunity

We our team in Birchwood Park, Warrington we are seeking a Senior PLC/ Control Systems Engineer.

Role Description

• To design, develop, implement and test PLC-based control systems, producing high-quality and comprehensive engineering design documentation such as:
• Requirements capture and traceability documentation (URS/RTM)
• System / Functional Design Specifications (SDD/FDS)
• Detailed Software System Specifications (SSS)
• Test Specifications (Module/Integration/System/Hardware)
• Operation & Maintenance Manuals (O&M)
• System Rebuild Documentation
• I/O, Alarm & Message Schedules
• Support with project Life Time Records / Material Traceability Records

In addition to the above, the role shall support the Lead Engineer and Project Manager in maintaining the planned delivery schedule, reporting technical issues, changes in scope and variations to the programmed activities where necessary.

Programming PLC equipment (such as Rockwell/Schneider/Siemens)using IEC 61131 languages, producing module functions blocks and logic in accordance with the design documentation and engineering standards.

Work closely with HMI/SCADA and database engineers to develop the control system architecture, producing Network Architecture Diagrams and interfacing documentation to suit, to support the visualisation of plant via an integrated Cyber Secure SCADA system.

Undertake in-house acceptance testing in a formal, controlled manner of the integrated control system, ensuring change control management is maintained and recorded. Site acceptance testing (commissioning) may also be required.

Support the generation of installation and commissioning documentation, operator and maintainer training and technical site support post-delivery.

Experience And Qualifications

• Significant experience in the design and implementation of PLC control systems.
• Excellent understanding of PLC programming languages (IEC61131), PLC hardware and software, and communication protocols used in industrial (OT) control systems.
• Significant demonstrable experience in EC&I industry (preferably Nuclear) with PLCs.
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and reliability in PLC programming and system design.
• Experience in producing control system functional specifications, detailed design documents and formal Test Specifications to a high-quality level.
• Experience in undertaking formal and controlled testing and validation activities.
• Excellent fault-finding and troubleshooting skills with the ability to analyse complex systems, identify problems, and implement effective solutions.
• Good understanding of design drawings such as Electrical Enclosures, Control System Panels, Motor Control Centres, etc.
• Ability to work as part of an Integrated Delivery Team or individually, working within sometimes restrictive time constraints.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong technical documentation writing skills.
• Have strong interpersonal skills and be able to interact with people at all levels.
• Have a technical understanding of engineering design drawings, mainly in relation to PLC control system cubicles, enclosures, and interface panels, to assist in ascertaining constraints and design impacts from site visits, working in collaboration with the engineering teams and stakeholders to produce designs and PLC software to a high-quality level.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field, or demonstrable evidence of experience with a high emphasis on EC&I engineering using PLCs.

Our Culture

Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration.

We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work.

When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

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