Controls Engineer
22 days ago
Barking
About this position: We are working with a leading Automated Solutions Provider within the Automotive Industry who are looking for a skilled Controls Engineer to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on exciting projects, supporting the design, development, and commissioning of automation systems. Job Responsibilities: • Design, develop, and implement control systems for automated equipment and production lines, • Program and configure PLCs using Schneider Unity, • Collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams to ensure seamless system integration, • Conduct testing, troubleshooting, and debugging of control systems, • Support commissioning activities on-site, including start-up and optimisation, • Prepare technical documentation, including software specifications and system reports, • Provide ongoing technical support to customers during and after project completion Experience Required: • Proven experience as a Controls Engineer within the automation or automotive industry, • Strong working knowledge of Schneider Unity programming software, • Understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP), • Experience with HMI/SCADA systems is an advantage, • Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills, • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, • Willingness to travel to customer sites for commissioning and support