Engineer, East Kilbride, Salary £48,000 - £60,000 per annum + Overtime + Excellent Benefits!
A manufacturing company in East Kilbride is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and play a key role in designing, implementing, and commissioning control systems for highly robust industrial equipment.
The company is committed to innovation, continuous improvement, and employee involvement, offering a rewarding and supportive environment.
Engineer’s Benefits:
* Salary: £48,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience.
* Overtime: Paid at 1x salary for extra hours.
* Benefits: 32 days holiday, matched pension contributions (up to 5%), and profit-share bonus eligibility.
* Employee Ownership: Share purchase options, dividends, company decision participation, and tax benefits.
* Development: Training opportunities for skill growth and career progression.
* Global Travel: Approx. 10 weeks/year for system commissioning and troubleshooting at international customer sites.
Engineer’s Responsibilities:
* Design and develop control systems for industrial equipment, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and human-machine interfaces (HMIs).
* Configure, program, and troubleshoot control components to meet customer requirements.
* Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate control systems with other subsystems.
* Conduct testing to ensure performance and safety requirements are met.
* Prepare and maintain technical documentation, such as schematics, specifications, and operating manuals.
* Provide technical support and on-site commissioning and troubleshooting for customers worldwide.
Engineer’s Requirements:
* HND or bachelor’s degree in electrical or Controls Engineering (or a related field).
* A minimum of 5 years in control system design and implementation.
* Proficiency in PLC programming and HMI design, ideally with Siemens TIA Portal or Rockwell Studio 5000. Familiarity with functional safety standards such as ISO 13849 is highly desirable.
* Knowledge of electrical CAD software (e.g., ePlan), analogue electronics, and hydraulic systems is an advantage.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and skilled Controls Engineer to contribute to a growing, innovative organisation. Don’t miss out—apply today!
Note: Only applicants with the right to work in the UK will be considered. We do not provide work visas; this must be handled before applying