Lead Process Control & Automation Engineer

Description

• Verifying, validating, and testing automation systems.
• Providing technical support on designed products to internal teams and customers.
• Designing and developing DCS (Distributed Control Systems) for power and automation projects, including the complete design of system architectures, DCS PLC software, HMI SCADA software, and DCS hardware.
• Coordinating, planning, leading, and executing projects to meet on-time delivery, cost, and quality targets.
• Specifying, designing, and documenting automation systems for a diverse range of processes and technologies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensuring that automation solutions comply with company policies, health and safety standards, legal regulations, and cybersecurity requirements.

Requirements

• Knowledge/awareness of Operational Technology (OT) cyber security.
• Sound knowledge of HMI/SCADA systems programming (iFIX, Cimplicity, Proficy, InTouch, WinCC, etc.)
• Practical knowledge of industrial communication protocols, e.g. ICE61850, DNP3, IEC104, TCP/IP, OPCUA/OPC, Profinet, Profibus, Modbus (RTU/TCP/UDP), etc.
• A relevant degree in Electrical, Electronics or Industrial Control Systems Engineering (or equivalent), or significant relevant experience gained in a professional engineering environment.
• Excellent customer service orientation and proactive problem-solving abilities.
• Proven experience in industrial manufacturing processes (rolling mills, process lines, plate mills, power plants, etc.).
• Proven experience of PLC programming (IEC 61131-3, Function block, Ladder logic, Structured text, etc.)
• Knowledge of power generation and grid stability systems.
• Openness for short term travel to support commissioning activities domestically and overseas.
• Familiarity with hardware design principles (hardware specification, Bill of Materials, procurement, CAD drawings, hardware build, quality control and hardware testing).
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards achieving it.

Benefits

• Attractive compensation.
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays.
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
• A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance