Automation and Control System Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Create and lead the digital services execution team

• Implement and support digital services projects

• Offer control system support for Operation and Maintenance locations

• Deliver technical assistance, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting for Siemens PCS7 control systems

• Configure and enhance control systems, including hardware upgrades, software patches, and improvements to control strategies

• Identify and resolve intricate issues related to hardware, software, networks, and field instruments

• Aid in the commissioning and start-up of new control systems, covering hardware installation, software configuration, and system integration

• Equip customers with training and technical support on system operations, maintenance best practices, and safety measures

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related discipline

• Extensive experience with industrial control systems, particularly Siemens PCS7 and TIA Portal

• Practical experience in control system integration, HMI/SCADA systems, and field instrumentation

• Expertise in control logic development (PLC/DCS) and system design

• Knowledge of industry protocols such as Profibus, Modbus, OPC, and Ethernet/IP

• Strong understanding of servers, database systems, and data historians

• Willingness to travel to plant sites, primarily within the UK, with potential for international travel

• Must participate in the Call Out Rota

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive base salary along with a car allowance

• Daily call-out allowance on scheduled days

• Overtime compensation if required to attend site

• Reasonable subsistence expenses for business travel

• Accommodation lodge allowance

• Annual performance evaluations and bonus opportunities

• Pension scheme

• Life insurance coverage

• Private Medical and Dental insurance

• Customized learning and development opportunities