Senior Controls System Engineer
- Aggregated by CV-Library
- Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
- Permanent
- Full Time
Job Description
Purpose
As a key member of the EC&I Team, ensuring new and repeat batch processes are brought online on time and within budget. Provide technical support to the maintenance technicians. Support the Manufacturing facilities in production. Contribute and deliver capital projects. Ensure regulatory compliance.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities
Design, develop, and maintain control systems using Siemens PCS7 and S7 PLCs.
Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues to minimize downtime and ensure continuous production.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize process control and improve operational efficiency.
Develop and implement control strategies for new and existing processes.
Provide technical support, coaching and knowledge sharing to engineers, technicians and plant operators.
Reason: This better reflects collaborative working and development across the workforce rather than focusing solely on hierarchical job levels.
Participate in HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) studies and risk assessments, including Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA).
Maintain accurate documentation of control systems and modifications.
Implement and manage OT cybersecurity measures to protect control systems from cyber threats, ensuring compliance with IEC 62443 standards.
Develop and maintain safety programming on PCS7, ensuring compliance with IEC 61511 standards.
Manage alarm systems in accordance with IEC 62682 standards to ensure effective alarm management and operator response.
Write and contribute to the development of process control narratives, User Requirement Specifications (URS), and Functional Design Specifications (FDS) documents
Lead and participate in commissioning activities, including system testing, validation, and start-up support
SHEQ Management
Ensure compliance with COMAH regulations and other relevant safety standards.
Team Building & Incentive
Assist in the generation, data collection and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs).
Organize and deliver SHE related training modules for staff.
Communication
Verbal and written communication within Engineering Team.
Participate in interdepartmental communications.
Confidentiality
Follow company policies and procedures to keep confidentiality on sensitive information.
Others
Carry out other duties as directed by EC&I Engineering Leader
Key Interactions
Direction From
EC&I Engineering Leader
Head of Engineering and Maintenance
Peers
Control Systems Engineer
Instrument Engineer
Senior Instrument Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Skills & Qualifications
Education
Essential
Degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification and/or relevant industry experience in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related discipline.
Key Skills - Essential
- Extensive experience with Siemens PCS7 and S7 PLCs.
- Strong knowledge of COMAH regulations and safety standards.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex control system issues.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously