Controls Engineer job in Sheffield

THE ROLE:

We are looking for an experienced Controls and Support Engineer to join a newly formed Support and Small Projects Team in Sheffield.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a leading Control, Automation and Safety Systems Integrator with over 20 years engineering competence in the local area. The overview of this new varied and interesting role includes:

Office based role with site support visits to local companies
Providing PLC, HMI, SCADA and LV Electrical support for varied client base
Participation working on control system projects
Undertake modifications to existing electrical control systems
On-site control system support when required
Preparation of quotations for new projects and support contracts
Participate in company 24/7 on-call rota
Asist Support Manager with provision of support contracts
Undertaking of work/support offshore for the oil and gas sector

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Resolving of control system support issues relating to PLC, HMI, SCADA and Various communications methods via office remote connection or site visit.
Participating in annual maintenance visits to various local sites to undertake backups and quotation capture.
Participate in the company 24/7 callout rota. This will be approx.
Preparation of quotations including upgrades, replacements and enhancements of existing equipment and systems.
Work on small control system projects full lifecycle from quotation stage through to final commissioning.
Asist project teams with large control system projects when required.
Help the Support Manager increase the Small Projects and Support workload by generating further work with existing clients.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Experience using various Rockwell Automation PLC, HMI and SCADA packages predominantly: RSLogix5, RSLogix500, RSLogix5000, Studio5000, RSView32 and FactoryTalk
Exposure to any Siemens PLC, HMI and SCADA packages would be advantageous
Exposure to any Schneider/Modicon PLC, HMI and SCADA packages would be advantageous
Strong engineering background with a technical knowledge of Control, Automation and Safety Systems applications, equipment and terminology
Highly motivated with a positive attitude and methodical approach to problem solving
Commercial awareness and the ability to help build the company support base
Experience working offshore would be advantageous but training will be provided subject to eligibility and passing medical

Salary in between £30-40k pa for the right candidate plus call out and offshore allowances