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Job Location drjobs

Peterborough - UK

Yearly Salary drjobs

£ 52000 - 58000

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job Title: Control Systems Engineer (Remote)

Location: Peterborough England (Remote with UK Travel)

Salary:per annum (inclusive of shift pay dependent on experience)

Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Control Systems Engineer to support a diverse portfolio of power generation assets across the UK. This role involves ensuring the reliability and efficiency of various power plants including gas turbines and diesel reciprocating generating units. The engineer will be responsible for monitoring maintaining and troubleshooting control systems ensuring compliance with strict safety and environmental regulations.

This is a remotebased position with extensive travel required across the UK to support operations.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the control systems expert developing expertise in a variety of control systems.

  • Identify root causes of failures and implement corrective actions.

  • Maintain detailed documentation of performance issues repairs and modifications.

  • Analyse system logs to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.

  • Support EC&I Technicians and Engineering teams in troubleshooting issues.

  • Provide onsite technical expertise and communicate any observed issues at the plant.

  • Collaborate with thirdparty control system engineering support.

  • Design implement and modify control systems including SCADA DCS PLC programming HMI updates and control panel layouts.

  • Ensure adherence to all safety rules procedures and compliance regulations.

  • Stay updated with the latest advancements in control system technologies and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency.


Required Qualifications & Experience:

  • Strong understanding of control systems including PLCs HMIs SCADA/DCS networks servers/drives and data handling.

  • Proven experience in designing layouts control panels and wiring schematics.

  • Proficiency in PLC programming (GE Fanuc Machine Edition Siemens SIMATIC S7/WinCC essential; Allen Bradley Studio 5000 Woodward GAP desirable).

  • Expertise in HMI graphical application development.

  • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols Profibus Ethernet Modbus.

  • Advanced diagnostic and troubleshooting capabilities.

  • Basic understanding of compressible flow characteristics (natural gas air) and experience with field equipment troubleshooting.

  • Familiarity with CMMS systems for maintenance management.

  • Strong organisational communication and problemsolving skills.

  • A valid and unrestricted driving licence.


Working Conditions & Requirements:

  • Remote working with extensive UK travel to support power plant assets.

  • Work within power plant environments requiring physical activity such as climbing ladders and lifting up to 15kg.

  • Use of protective equipment (hard hats safety glasses ear protection gloves etc..

  • Participation in a Fitness for Duty Programme including drug screening.

  • Standard work schedule: MondayFriday 37 hours/week 08:0016:00 early finish at 15:30 on Fridays) with overtime opportunities available.


Benefits:

  • Private healthcare

  • Company pension scheme

  • Performancebased bonus potential

  • Holiday entitlement & sick pay

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Control Systems Engineer or an Automation Mechatronics or Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer looking to specialise in controls within the power industry.

If you are passionate about contributing to cuttingedge projects and want to join a global company at the forefront of innovation wed love to hear from you. Please send your updated CV to at your earliest convenience.

Note: This position is open only to candidates currently residing in the UK.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all backgrounds.


Employment Type

Full-Time

Department / Functional Area

Engineering

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