PLC Controls Engineer

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Update day: 01-06-2024

Location: Blyth North East

Category: High Technology Mechanical / Technical Electrical / Electronics IT - Software

Industry: Staffing Recruiting

Position: Entry level

Job type: Full-time

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The Company

A market leading engineering company undergrowing a significant period of growth now require an PLC Controls Engineer.

The Role

The PLC Programmer will work as part of a team developing software and hardware applications that support the needs of the site.
The employee will apply expert knowledge in PLC and associated systems design and programming to develop and support existing and future manufacturing equipment.
Additional duties will include project work and periodic support for other business areas depending on Company needs.
Efficiently deliver robust PLC software solutions meeting or exceeding the requirements of in-house development production / test processes and equipment.
Obtain, analyse and report production data to support fact-based business decisions.
Developing and installing PLC machine programs using automation software and custom coding languages.
Determining machine automation test criteria before the final installation.
Testing automated systems for efficiency, safety, and reliability.
Troubleshooting system errors.
Overseeing the successful installation of PLC programs.
Maintaining existing PLC system.
Documenting development processes.
Recording of documentation.
Providing technical support, in particular with PLC trained Maintenance staff.
Undertake training and development activities where appropriate.
Occasional travel off-site to conduct inspection of new equipment, attend training courses and provide support to remote sites.

The Person

Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience in software engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a similar field.
Previous employment within a Manufacturing environment
Able to demonstrate practical, technical, and analytical engineering skills.
Familiarity with following style guides and code review processes
Detailed knowledge and experience of PLC automation software and coding languages.
Able to work effectively within a Team or as an individual.
Capable of leading Teams to deliver Project goals
Fanuc Robot Programming (Desirable)
Familiar with typical Windows PC / Microsoft Office tools.
PLC technical certification.
Previous experience as a PLC programmer / Engineer.
Electrical and mechanical engineering experience preferred.
In-depth knowledge of manufacturing and mechanical processes.
Knowledge of software design principals.
Proficiency in CAD and AutoCAD software.

The Benefits

You will be working for a well-established growing employer.
An excellent salary.
A company experiencing continued growth, expansion and investment.
The company are fully compliant with the latest health and safety requirements for current safe working practices.

Salary

Attractive, A highly Competitive market Salary which exceeds all NMW levels, the client would prefer to discuss expectations during their interview process

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