Systems Engineer

Established in 1994 OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK with a long successful track record in delivering engineering solutions.

Working directly with many of the countrys leading bluechip power water telecoms and rail clients we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.

We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.

We believe that being successful is a choice. We choose to be successful.

We are OCU One Company United. We are currently recruiting for a Systems Engineer. The role comprises the specification and programming of PLC based control systems for a wide range of industrial applications for various clients. Systems Projects are predominately based in the UK although occasionally foreign travel may be required.

Job Responsibilities:

General

The candidate will be required to advise and assist the design department when specifying PLC based control systems including communication networks.

Produce project estimations quotations and tenders.

Organise & manage personnel and resource (materials) requirements for projects.

Ongoing engineering management.

Generation and coordination of project documentation.

Increase the employee and client understanding in important systems design and development.

Cost conscious ensuring costs are measured and documented to support the project manager with budgeting and bids.

Client liaison both existing and new via site visits and meetings etc.

Manage relationships with assigned customer accounts.

Ensure adherence to company and industry regulations.

Ensure the highest levels of quality are met.

Key Skills Required:

We are looking for an experienced Systems Engineer with a proven track record.

The candidate must be a proficient software programmer with extensive knowledge of multiple platforms for PLC HMI and SCADA systems (Ideally Siemens and Rockwell platforms)

The candidate must have experience of Electrical control system project lifecycle from initial concept through to commissioning and customer support.

Experience of industrial network protocols and an understanding of Variable Speed Drive systems are essential along with a thorough understanding of hardwarebased safety control systems.

Ideally the candidate will be familiar with the surrounding electrical control and safety systems the ability to produce electrical schematic designs will be a distinct advantage.

The ability to project manage and undertake site commissioning of PLC based control systems and acceptance.

Preferred Skills Required:

Experience with setting up managed network switches.

Design deploy and manage network solutions tailored to meet the client requirements.

Knowledge and experience with the programming and setup of safety PLCs from a variety of manufacturers.

Experience with setup implementation and modification of DCS systems.