Controls / Automation Engineer (510 / 26347)

Location: Plymouth (PL6) Commutable from: Saltash, Plympton , Plymouth, Ivybridge , South Brent, Tavistock

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday days roles

Benefits:

Pension scheme matched to 5% Bonus scheme (Attendance / Production) Life Insurance x 3 Ongoing training and development 25 days' annual leave

Our prestigious client, a leading manufacturer in the heavy industry sector, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Controls / Automation Engineer to ensure the reliability and optimal performance of their critical electrical and automation systems. With a strong commitment to operational excellence and minimizing downtime, they require a proactive and technically proficient professional to join their maintenance team.

Role and Responsibilities:

Research and identify new technologies to upgrade outdated automation equipment Propose and implement upgrades for obsolete software and hardware, assessing impact and risks Collaborate with project teams to create automation specifications for industrial projects Conduct functional analyses and liaise with vendors to ensure project success Provide automation expertise to address critical equipment failures and document effective procedures Maintain automation systems, ensuring equipment is well-documented and staff are trained for servicing Implement retrofitting solutions ...