Job Title: Controls Engineer

Job Description

Coordinate all aspects of the PLC Siemens control system to operate efficiently and effectively to predetermined and agreed standards, within budgetary constraints and quality standards. Undertake a comprehensive training program to understand every aspect of the Electrical engineering requirements within PLC Siemens. Operate the company support systems and ensure they are properly used and maintained. Attend any further training/development courses as required. Ensure the plant and equipment are fully operational and meet production requirements 365 days per year. Provide support to the manufacturing areas while meeting budgetary requirements and within agreed timescales. Assist with planning, installation, and commissioning equipment as required. Monitor equipment performance. Ensure a suitable availability of required essential spare parts through liaison with the engineering manager and stores manager. Assist when requested, with capital project planning and installation. Coordinate all control system engineering aspects of Siemens (involving PLC Siemens (Simatic S7-1500), HMI Siemens WinCC, VFD (variable frequency drives: Sinamics, SEW, etc.) while ensuring compliance with standards and current legislation. Organize the planning, maintenance, and modifications of control systems. Provide recommendations to improve plant efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Hard Skills

• PLC Programming

• HMI/SCADA Systems

• Industrial Networking

• Controls System Design

• Instrumentation and Controls Devices

• Troubleshooting and Maintenance

• Electrical System Knowledge

• Safety Standards and Regulations

Soft Skills

• Communication and Collaboration

• Analytical and Problem-solving

Job Type

This is a permanent position.

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Linwood, North Carolina.

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