Title: Systems Engineering Consultant
Position: Type: Contract
Location: North West
Categories: Engineering EC&I
PM Group requires Systems Engineering support on a manufacturing site specializing in the manufacture of building products based in the North West.
Responsibilities
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Maintain all aspects of process control and systems relevant to the manufacturing process.
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Execute such projects as identified by the Maintenance Manager
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Develop and implement automation systems for manufacturing process.
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Design control systems, including PLC, SCADA, and DCS, to optimise plant performance.
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Create and maintain detailed documentation for all automation projects.
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Oversee the installation and commissioning of automation systems.
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Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
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Coordinate with external contractors / vendors.
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Assist in implementation of capital projects from conception to hand over of a working system.
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Perform regular maintenance and updates on automation systems.
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Diagnose and resolve issues related to control systems and instrumentation.
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Provide technical support to plant operations and maintenance teams.
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Maintain process network and leasing with IT to ensure system is reliable and up to date.
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Ensure all automation systems comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
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Working knowledge of process instrumentation and calibration of, e.g. load cells for weigh systems, level control devices, PID controllers, etc
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Where applicable understand programming/fault rectification on PLC systems associated with works, e.g. Siemens S7 and associated top level SCADA
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Assist in implementation of capital projects from conception to hand over of a working system.
Qualifications
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HNC or degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
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Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, etc.) and SCADA systems.
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Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, etc.)
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Experience with DCS and HMI development and troubleshooting
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Knowledge of process control principles and instrumentation
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To ensure that all the business/operations are performed in accordance with instructions and procedures and in such a way so as to prevent any fraudulent activities taking place
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To comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and to observe the requirements of the Company Safety Policy and other relevant legislation
Off-Payroll Working Rules
This role is believed to be inside/outside IR35