This company is looking for a talented and experienced Lead Design/Controls Engineer to join the team at their Head Office in Retford, Nottinghamshire. The successful candidate will be responsible the design and implementation of a range of automation projects across multiple sectors, both nationally and internationally, as well as leading and developing more junior members of the team, including Apprentices and Graduates. Be part of the team that has been responsible for iconic and prestigious projects around the world for more than 30 years.
THE ROLE:
Designing software and hardware for control systems to meet customers’ expectations, commissioning and service support, team leadership.
- Design, test, commission and install industrial control systems to support delivery across a wide range of sectors, including (but not limited to) waterways, leisure, manufacturing, nuclear, energy and pharmaceutical
- Hardware and software design and testing
- Software coding and configuration for PLC and SCADA or HMI interfaces.
- Production and review of technical documentation
- Project management, including budgets and timelines
- Responsible for project and site health and safety
- Supervision of sub-contractors
- Equipment testing, commissioning and service callout support as required from time to time.
- Supervision and coaching the team, including design engineers, technicians, graduates and apprentices
THE CANDIDATE:
- At least 3-5 years’ practical and relevant experience in control engineering or electrical design engineering.
- Engineering Degree (or equivalent professional qualifications)
- SCADA/PLC/Motor Control/Drives knowledge and experience
- Capable of hardware and software design and testing
Must be able to demonstrate:
- Practical problem solver
- Customer facing with good communication skills
- Ability to work to procedures in detail
- High motivation and discipline
- Willing and able to travel and work away from home (UK and abroad)
- Hold a full driving licence
In return, we offer an attractive salary package including potential bonus, company pension scheme, private medical insurance, Professional Membership