Control Systems & Automation Engineer

Job Posted: 19/03/2025

Horizon Control Systems is recruiting Control System Engineers to join us in delivering solutions to our clients throughout the UK. You’ll be in involved in the development, commissioning and support of automation and control systems solutions as well as automation and control systems design, specification, programming, simulation, testing and start-up assistance.

Some of Your Key Duties Include:

• Design, develop, and program control systems using Siemens TIA Portal and AB Studio 5000 applications.
• Configure and implement Siemens WinCC SCADA systems and HMIs for industrial automation.
• Troubleshoot and optimise existing control systems for performance and reliability.
• Generate Client documents including FDS, SDS.
  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and specifications.
• Conduct system testing, validation, and commissioning at client sites.
• Provide technical support and training to clients and team members.
• Define the project Software Testing strategy and ensure appropriate time and resources are allocated.
• Implementation of robust change control during the entire project lifecycle.
• Develop and self-test control system software to achieve the required functionality in accordance with the FDS.
• Provide specialist control system assistance to the Commissioning Teams within the workshop and on site in conjunction with the RSE PM.
• Carry out Site Acceptance Testing of the Control System against the SAT document.
• Investigate and provide technical advice and support to the design, delivery, and senior management teams on automation related issues.
• Manage the specification, development, installation, and validation of automation projects within budget and corporate guidelines.

 What Do You Need?

• HNC/HND Degree in Engineering or equivalent, with particular emphasis in electrical, mechanical, electronic, automation and/or chemical discipline
• Have proven ability in the design and commissioning of control and electrical systems associated with process automation sector.
• Detailed experience in the development of Control Systems solutions using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and HMI/SCADA and Telemetry Systems in the process control environment using one or more of the following manufacturers: Allen Bradley/ Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi.
• Experienced working knowledge of Profibus, ProfNet, Ethernet. Modbus and DH+ systems.
• Experienced in integration and modification into existing systems PLC control systems in a ‘live’ environment.
• Understanding of Robotics Programming (Kuka, ABB & Universal Robotics).
• Have a strong working knowledge of process systems, P&ID control and loop tuning.
• Working knowledge and an understanding of electrical schematics.
• Must be flexible and willing to travel, including regular site working.
• Siemens/Rockwell Certification.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

We are delighted to present an exciting opportunity for a skilled Control Systems & Automation Engineer to join our team. To apply for this role please Submit your CV using the Form on this page or Call: 01656 523 851 for more information.