Automation and Control Systems Design Engineer Job Description
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled Automation and Control Systems Design Engineer to support our continued growth in the water, wastewater, and clean technology sectors.
This position involves designing, specifying, programming, simulating, testing, and start-up assistance for automation and control systems at municipal and industrial wastewater treatment plants, drinking water treatment plants, and various pumping stations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop IO lists, hardware specifications, and PLC HMI programs from FDS or control philosophy
* Commission PLC systems on-site alongside electrical commissioning engineers
* Implement code changes on automation systems under change control
* Provide technical support to process engineers and other disciplines on automation issues
* Operate according to SOPs for site engineering and maintenance
* Collaborate with different disciplines to deliver automation projects following guidelines
* Generate documentation and SOPs for automation systems
* Assist the tendering department with hardware specifications and programming estimates
* Manage automation project specifications, development, installation, and validation within budget and guidelines
* Support operations with technical queries related to PLCs & HMIs (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider, Unitronics)
* Assist engineering staff with field bus/communication protocols, SCADA packages, M2M platforms
Required Skills and Qualifications:
We are looking for individuals with the following qualifications:
* A working knowledge of PLC & HMI systems: Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider, Unitronics
* Field bus/Communication protocols: CanBus, DeviceNet, ControlNet, Profibus, CC-link, Modbus, Ethernet IP, ProfiNet
* SCADA Packages: Wonderware Intouch, Indusoft, Citect, Broadwin, Iconics, OPC Servers
* M2M Platforms: Leased Line, GSM, GPRS/3G, Broadband, Fibre, Radio modems, Telemetry
* SQL, Web Browser, VB Script, SMS functionality
* BEng in Engineering or equivalent, or trade-qualified Electrician
* Open to graduates or electricians looking to upskill
* Experience with PLCs and vision systems in operational environments
* Full driving license
Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including opportunities for professional development and career growth, a supportive and collaborative work environment, provided laptop/desktop and mobile phone, flexible working options based on location and role, and being a CPD accredited employer.
Others:
We welcome applications from all levels. If interested but unsure about fit, contact us for an informal discussion. Reasonable adjustments or accessibility requests are welcome.