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Control System Engineer
Job Posted: 14 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: B70, Oldbury, Sandwell
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Nelson Permanent Placements is working with a family-owned company near Birmingham who is looking to hire a Control Systems Engineer to join their growing team.
Our client specialises in organo-sulphur chemistry and high-pressure hydrogenation, making and supplying chemicals worldwide in both small and large amounts. Their products are used in the Pharmaceutical, Agrochemical, and Speciality Chemical industries. They also offer custom-made chemicals, contract manufacturing, and process improvement services.
To be considered for this role as a Control Systems Engineer you will be:
* Skilled in configuring and programming Allen Bradley control systems using RS Logix 500, Studio 5000, and FactoryTalk View.
* Basic knowledge of relevant standards such as BS/IEC 61003, 61131, 61508, 61511, and 62443.
* Good understanding of functional safety concepts, including SIL, LOPA, and Safety Instrumented Systems.
* Familiar with project and engineering documents like Cause & Effect diagrams, Loop Drawings, Control Philosophy, Electrical Schematics, URS, FDS, and Datasheets.
* Experienced with various communication protocols, including Industrial Ethernet, DH+, Modbus, ProfiNet, and Serial. Knowledge of OT Cyber Security, IIoT, and AI is a bonus.
* Preferably has some background in chemical manufacturing, large-scale processes, Hazardous Areas (ATEX), and Intrinsic Safety.
* Experience in instrumentation engineering is highly desirable.
* Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar engineering drawing software.
Key Responsibilities of a Control Systems Engineer:
* Maintenance – Identify and fix control system faults.
* Project Work – Design, specify, and install control and safety systems (such as PLCs, BPCS, SIS, DCS, SCADA, HMI).
* Management of Change – Review and approve change proposals, then update and modify control systems as needed.
* Communication – Work with people across the company and with external contacts like control system suppliers, integrators, and contractors.
* Health, Safety & Environment – Promote a safe working culture in the Electrical and Instrumental Department, ensuring all installation and maintenance work meets legal, company, and safety standards.
* Training – Help develop and train team members on control systems.
Requirements of a Control Systems Engineer:
* A minimum of an HNC in Controls, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering.
* At least 5 years of hands-on experience in an industrial manufacturing environment after completing the HNC.
* The role requires a flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to manage multiple complex tasks at the same time and respond to changing priorities.
Benefits of a Control Systems Engineer:
* Salary is based on experience
* 40 hours per week Monday – Friday (08:00 – 16:30)
* Paid sick scheme available after qualifying period
* Access to a stakeholder pension scheme
* optional employee medical cash benefit plan.
How to Apply:
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd. The services of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.
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