Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting a Control Systems Engineers located in Grangemouth.

Principal Accountabilities

• Interpreting User Requirement Specification packages and reverse engineering of exiting control system software
• Production of functional design specifications, configuration of PLC and SCADA packages, factory testing, site testing and site based commissioning.
• Coordination and development of junior staff as required
• Monitor/plan projects to ensure completed to time and budget
• Act as Engineering Coordinator on small projects when required, coordinating disciplines within overall Technology division.
• Ensure Engineering and Design activities meets all national and international standards, clients requirements and 'best' engineering practice
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction

Special Features

• Should have a minimum of 3 years systems engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of safe working practices with regards to work on or near electrical equipment.
• High regard for health and safety.
• Must have good organisational skills.
• Needs to have good communication skills at all levels.
• Must be positive, approachable, willing and helpful.
• Must be a good team player.

Skills and Knowledge

• PLC software development using at least two manufacturers devices from Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Mitsubishi or Schneider.
• HMI software development using at least two manufacturers devices from Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Mitsubishi or Schneider.
• Experience with multiple communication protocols; EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS DP and PA, Modbus TCP/IP (preferable)
• Experience working with SCADA systems (preferable)
• Experience working with VSDs (preferable)
• Knowledge and experience in virtual machines (VMWare)
• Good planning, organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent IT skills including the use of Microsoft Word & Excel
• Ability to act on own initiative.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within and outside the organisation.
• Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence.

Why We're Different:

Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives.

Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge. We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them!

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As an equal opportunities business, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.