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Controls Engineer

Commutable from Leicester, Hinckley, Coventry and surrounding areas

We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our controls department. Our client provides specialist control system design, software development, electrical design and manufacturing services for industrial machinery. We deliver practical, high-quality control solutions across a wide range of sectors. This includes Automotive, Aerospace & Defence, Logistics & Material Handling, Food & Beverage and General Manufacturing. We are looking for an engineer who can work closely with customers from concept through to build, installation and commissioning.

The role

The role involves designing, developing, testing and commissioning PLC, HMI and safety software for industrial machinery and automation projects. You will work on projects from software design through to commissioning and customer handover.

Key Responsibilities:

-Design and develop control software for Siemens TIA Portal/S7 and/or Rockwell Studio 5000-based systems.

- Support legacy systems where required, including Siemens S7 Classic and STL/IL code.

- Write PLC software from first principles for industrial machinery and automation projects.

- Develop and test safety software, and validate it against the safety matrix and project requirements.

- Configure and commission VFDs, servo drives, motion systems, fieldbus networks and remote I/O.

- Work with industrial communication networks such as ProfiNet, Profibus, EtherNet/IP or similar protocols.

- Read and interpret electrical drawings, I/O schedules and functional design specifications.

- Carry out electrical and control-system fault finding, including basic checks using a multimeter.

- Create and maintain project documentation such as FDS, test documentation, commissioning notes and O&M information.

- Work closely with project managers, electrical designers, panel build, installation and commissioning teams.

- Commission systems on customer sites, including occasional weekend work and overnight stays where required by the project.

Essential Requirements

- Approximately 5+ years' experience writing PLC software from first principles within an industrial automation or machinery environment.

- Strong experience with Siemens TIA Portal/S7 and/or Rockwell Studio 5000.

- Experience writing, testing and commissioning safety-related control software.

- Experience configuring and commissioning VFDs, fieldbus networks and industrial control hardware.

- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and translate them into working control software.

- Competence in practical fault-finding during build, test and site commissioning.

- Experience producing clear technical documentation, including FDS and O&M information.

- Proficient with Microsoft Office for documentation and communication.

- Clear written and verbal communication skills in English, as the role involves regular communication with UK-based customers and project teams.

- Full valid driving licence for use in the UK, as customer-site travel will be required.

- Existing right to work in the UK.

Desirable Exeprience

- Experience with Siemens S7 Classic, STL and/or IL for legacy support work.

- Design and commissioning experience with robots, particularly KUKA, ABB or FANUC.

- Experience with motion control systems, including Siemens, Rockwell, Bosch Rexroth or similar platforms.

- CNC experience, particularly Siemens, Bosch or FANUC.

- Machine safety training or formal functional-safety experience.

- Familiarity with HMI, SCADA or vision systems.

- Experience with EPLAN Electric P8 from a controls or commissioning perspective

- A background in Automotive, Food & Beverage, Aerospace, Pharmaceutical, Printing, Logistics

Benefits

-Competitive salary, dependent on skills and experience

- 23 days holiday plus bank holidays

- 37.5-hour working week

- Workplace pension scheme

- Paid overtime for approved additional hours worked, or time off in lieu where agreed

- Training and development opportunities, including in-house and supplier-led training

- Exposure to a wide range of projects, industries and technologies

- Collaborative and supportive working environment

- Opportunity to work with a respected and established control systems engineering company

- Flexible or hybrid working may be available during suitable software design phase

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Controls Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our controls department. Our client provides specialist control system design, software development, electrical design and manufacturing services for industrial machinery. We deliver practical, high-quality control solutions across a wide range of sectors. This includes Automotive, Aerospace & Defence, Logistics & Material Handling, Food & Beverage and General Manufacturing. We are looking for an engineer who can work closely with customers from concept through to build, installation and commissioning.

The role

The role involves designing, developing, testing and commissioning PLC, HMI and safety software for industrial machinery and automation projects. You will work on projects from software design through to commissioning and customer handover.

Key Responsibilities:

-Design and develop control software for Siemens TIA Portal/S7 and/or Rockwell Studio 5000-based systems.

- Support legacy systems where required, including Siemens S7 Classic and STL/IL code.

- Write PLC software from first principles for industrial machinery and automation projects.

- Develop and test safety software, and validate it against the safety matrix and project requirements.

- Configure and commission VFDs, servo drives, motion systems, fieldbus networks and remote I/O.

- Work with industrial communication networks such as ProfiNet, Profibus, EtherNet/IP or similar protocols.

- Read and interpret electrical drawings, I/O schedules and functional design specifications.

- Carry out electrical and control-system fault finding, including basic checks using a multimeter.

- Create and maintain project documentation such as FDS, test documentation, commissioning notes and O&M information.

- Work closely with project managers, electrical designers, panel build, installation and commissioning teams.

- Commission systems on customer sites, including occasional weekend work and overnight stays where required by the project.

Essential Requirements

- Approximately 5+ years' experience writing PLC software from first principles within an industrial automation or machinery environment.

- Strong experience with Siemens TIA Portal/S7 and/or Rockwell Studio 5000.

- Experience writing, testing and commissioning safety-related control software.

- Experience configuring and commissioning VFDs, fieldbus networks and industrial control hardware.

- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and translate them into working control software.

- Competence in practical fault-finding during build, test and site commissioning.

- Experience producing clear technical documentation, including FDS and O&M information.

- Proficient with Microsoft Office for documentation and communication.

- Clear written and verbal communication skills in English, as the role involves regular communication with UK-based customers and project teams.

- Full valid driving licence for use in the UK, as customer-site travel will be required.

- Existing right to work in the UK.

Desirable Exeprience

- Experience with Siemens S7 Classic, STL and/or IL for legacy support work.

- Design and commissioning experience with robots, particularly KUKA, ABB or FANUC.

- Experience with motion control systems, including Siemens, Rockwell, Bosch Rexroth or similar platforms.

- CNC experience, particularly Siemens, Bosch or FANUC.

- Machine safety training or formal functional-safety experience.

- Familiarity with HMI, SCADA or vision systems.

- Experience with EPLAN Electric P8 from a controls or commissioning perspective

- A background in Automotive, Food & Beverage, Aerospace, Pharmaceutical, Printing, Logistics

Benefits

-Competitive salary, dependent on skills and experience

- 23 days holiday plus bank holidays

- 37.5-hour working week

- Workplace pension scheme

- Paid overtime for approved additional hours worked, or time off in lieu where agreed

- Training and development opportunities, including in-house and supplier-led training

- Exposure to a wide range of projects, industries and technologies

- Collaborative and supportive working environment

- Opportunity to work with a respected and established control systems engineering company

- Flexible or hybrid working may be available during suitable software design phase

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Controls Commissioning Engineer

We are looking for a Controls Commissioning Engineer who will form part of a dedicated team whose primary focus is to transition our automated equipment from completion of build through to customer inspection and sign-off. The commissioning phase can often present a variety of challenges that are especially prevalent when building bespoke equipment to satisfy our diverse customer base. To overcome these often unique challenges, our commissioning team is well-versed in a variety of skills, and they work collaboratively to find the solutions necessary to bring about the successful completion of the project.

Responsibilities

-Programme and modify control systems using PLC's, Servo drives, Robots, and other specialised controllers specific to customer requirements.

-Troubleshoot & adjust mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and controls equipment.

-Fault finding and operational assessment of mechanisms, both in isolation and in complex form.

-Modifying systems through electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, or software means to enhance performance.

-Identify opportunities to improve a system with a view to presenting these to other team members.

-Perform tests, using structured processes, to build a defined understanding of a mechanism's limitations.

-Record test results in a suitable manner such that they can be used to support the necessity/direction of further work.

-Ensure records of all modifications are documented correctly.

-Provide proactive feedback to the project team to enable the project progress to be determined.

-Participate in internal design reviews on existing or potential projects.

-You may be required to attend and work at customer premises throughout the UK and overseas.

Requirements

-Relevant vocational training or completion of a recognised apprenticeship in electrical and or mechanical discipline.

-Experience programming Programmable Logic controllers (PLC), and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) using software such as Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Festo, Codesys, Siemens.

-Knowledge of setting up Servos, VFD's, Remote I/O, Ethernet and Profibus networks.

-Proven electrical, pneumatic, or mechanical experience within the automation industry.

-Ability to follow electrical and pneumatic schematic diagrams and drawings.

-Knowledge of 6 Axis Robot systems is preferred.

-Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability.

-The ability to work on your own initiative from an outline brief.

-Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

-Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office tools

General Requirements

-Identify and understand the internal customer's requirements.

-All-round proficiency in communication.

-Maintaining a clean paper-free working environment.

-Keeping up to date with company procedures and news.

-Understanding and working with the company's core values.

-Compliance with security procedures and health & safety.

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Quantity Surveyor - offering career progression, a challenging environment and excellent benefits.Salary: NegotiableLocation: London - HeathrowContract Type: ContractWorking Format: Hybrid

Our client specialises in the automation and material handling industry, designing, manufacturing, installing and servicing automated material handling systems across key markets including airports, warehousing and parcel solutions. They have an excellent reputation for reliable project delivery, innovation and customer focus.

They have an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join their project execution team. This position is well-suited to a strong, self-driven and highly organised quantity surveying professional who enjoys working in complex, technical environments and is motivated by seeing projects through to successful completion.

This position sits within the Project Execution team and reports to the Commercial Group Leader. You will provide professional quantity surveying, contract management, cost control and commercial administration to support the successful delivery of complex automation projects within dynamic airport and parcel environments.

Responsibilities:Take responsibility for the commercial and quantity surveying management of complex projects, ensuring projects are effectively cost and change controlled and protected from commercial risk.Support the management of contracts both upstream with customers and downstream with subcontractors and suppliers.Maintain financial control through forecasting, cash-flow management, cost control, applications for payment and billing plans.Monitor project costs, budgets and financial performance, identifying commercial risks and opportunities.Manage the change process, including reviewing scope changes and quantifying compensation events and associated time and cost impacts.Prepare, review and manage valuations, applications for payment, variations and final accounts.Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, subcontractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders.Support procurement activities, including the commercial assessment and management of subcontractors and suppliers.Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams, taking ownership and accountability for the commercial success of projects.Contribute to the development of commercial and quantity surveying best practice within the wider team.Requirements:Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management experience within complex engineering projects, ideally involving airport projects.Ideally, experience working on Heathrow projects.Strong knowledge of different forms of contract, such as NEC3, NEC4 and MF/1.Experience working on complex engineering projects generating revenue of £10m+ per annum.Strong understanding of cost control, change management and the commercial impact of project variations.Experience estimating and assessing compensation events for both time and cost.Good understanding of project programmes and schedule delay analysis.Experience managing suppliers and subcontractors, both pre- and post-contract.Strong experience with valuations, applications for payment, forecasting and financial reporting.Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills within a fast-moving environment.Strong negotiation, diplomacy and conflict-resolution skills.Ability to influence and drive stakeholders to work towards project dates and programmes.Membership of a professional body such as RICS, CIOB or ACostE is preferred.Reasons why you should apply:Hybrid opportunity based at Heathrow.Work on complex, high-value engineering and automation projects within a challenging technical environment.Opportunity to take ownership of the commercial and financial success of major projects.Excellent opportunity for career progression and professional development.Work within a highly technical and innovative sector at the forefront of automation and material handling.How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Sinead Jansen on [email protected]

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Technical Recruitment is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies.

We look forward to helping you find your next role!

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Commercial Manager - offering career progression, a challenging environment and excellent benefits.Salary: NegotiableLocation: London - HeathrowContract Type: ContractWorking Format: Hybrid

Our client specialises in the automation and material handling industry, designing, manufacturing, installing and servicing automated material handling systems across key markets including airports, warehousing and parcel solutions. They have an excellent reputation for reliable project delivery, innovation and customer focus.

They have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Manager to join their project execution team. This position is well-suited to a strong, self-driven and highly organised commercial professional who enjoys working in complex, technical environments and is motivated by seeing projects through to successful completion.

This position sits within the Project Execution team and reports to the Commercial Group Leader. You will provide professional contract management, procurement, cost control and commercial administration to support the successful delivery of complex automation projects within dynamic airport and parcel environments.

Responsibilities:Take accountability for the commercial management of complex projects, ensuring projects are cost and change controlled and protected from commercial risk.Manage contracts both upstream with customers and downstream with subcontractors.Maintain financial control through forecasting, cash-flow management, cost control, applications for payment and billing plans.Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.Manage the change process, including analysis and understanding of scope and the quantification of compensation events.Support the development of commercial management best practice and mentor members of the commercial team.Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams, taking ownership and accountability for the commercial success of projects.Requirements:Commercial management experience within complex engineering projects, ideally involving airport projects.Ideally, experience working on Heathrow projects.Strong knowledge of different forms of contract, such as NEC3, NEC4 and MF/1.Experience managing complex engineering projects generating revenue of £10m+ per annum.Strong understanding of change management, including estimating compensation events for time and cost.Good understanding of project programmes and schedule delay analysis.Experience managing suppliers and subcontractors, both pre- and post-contract.Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills within a fast-moving environment.Strong negotiation, diplomacy and conflict-resolution skills.Ability to influence and drive stakeholders to work towards project dates and programmes.Membership of a professional body such as RICS, CIOB or ACostE is preferred.Reasons why you should apply:Hybrid opportunity based at Heathrow.Work on complex, high-value engineering and automation projects within a challenging technical environment.Opportunity to take ownership of the commercial success of major projects.Excellent opportunity for career progression and professional development.How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Sinead Jansen on [email protected]

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Technical Recruitment is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies.

We look forward to helping you find your next role!

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Commissioning Engineer

Join a Fast-Growing and Stable Engineering Organisation

Location: Initially based in Crick, with extensive travel throughout the UK later on
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £56,000 per annum + travel expenses and accommodation + company car

**Please note: No sponsorship visa will be provided by the employer**

Due to continued expansion, we are recruiting 1 Commissioning Engineer to join a highly successful and financially stable engineering organisation operating within the automated warehousing and industrial automation sector. We are looking for ambitious, proactive individuals with a positive attitude who are keen to develop their careers within a supportive and growing business. Comprehensive training and mentoring will be provided, particularly for candidates who demonstrate the right attitude and transferable skills.

This role offers excellent long-term career prospects and would suit experienced Commissioning Engineers, Field Service Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Automation Engineers, and motivated Graduate Engineers looking to build a career in industrial automation and intralogistics, with previous experience in PLC troubleshooting.

About the Role

As a Commissioning Engineer, you will be responsible for preparing, testing, commissioning, and validating automated warehouse and material handling systems at customer sites before final handover. You will play a key role in ensuring systems operate safely, efficiently, and in accordance with customer expectations and project specifications.

The position involves approximately 90% travel, with assignments typically lasting between 2 and 4 weeks on customer sites, followed by periods of remote working or time away from site. Candidates should be comfortable spending periods away from home. All business travel, accommodation, and associated expenses are fully covered by the company.

You will work closely with customers, project teams, and system integrators, requiring strong communication skills and the maturity to represent the business professionally on-site.

Key Responsibilities

Commission and start up automated warehousing and material handling systems, including conveyors, shuttles, lifts, robotic equipment, and associated automation systems.Configure, test, validate, and troubleshoot PLC software and control systems during commissioning activities.Monitor and optimise system performance throughout testing and start-up phases.Diagnose, investigate, and resolve technical issues encountered on customer sites.Provide first-line and second-line technical support to customers and integration partners, both remotely and on-site.Support customer training and assist end users with system operation where required.Produce accurate commissioning reports, technical documentation, and issue logs.Collaborate closely with internal engineering teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.Ensure all activities are completed in accordance with safety regulations, quality standards, and company procedures.Promote continuous improvement, lean working practices, and a strong safety culture.Provide technical feedback to engineering and project teams to support ongoing product and process improvements.

Skills and Experience

A qualification in Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.Experience working within industrial automation, intralogistics, manufacturing, material handling, or similar technical environments.Strong fault-finding, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.A hands-on approach with the ability to perform on-site technical adjustments and minor repairs on Siemens or Allen Bradley control platformsExcellent communication and customer-facing skills, with the maturity and confidence to liaise professionally with customers on-site.A proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and the ability to work effectively within international project teams.Flexibility to travel extensively across the UK and work varied site schedules.The ability to work safely in industrial environments, including occasional work at height or in temperature-controlled areas.

Interested in applying for the role or know someone suitable? Send the CV to Luana Ferreira at [email protected] or call her on 07918726944.

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Maintenance Technician

Perform technical tasks across preventive and corrective maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with service deadlines, quality standards, safety regulations, and company policies while delivering a high level of technical support to customers.

The role will initially support field service activities across customer sites and is expected to transition into a dedicated site-based maintenance position supporting customer operations.

Candidates must be based in the Rockingham area.

Your tasks and responsibilities will be as follows:

* Execute service jobs according to Service Level Agreements (SLAs), ensuring timely and high-quality interventions.
* Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities in accordance with maintenance plans, technical procedures, and safety requirements.
* Carry out scheduled maintenance activities nationally or internationally based on operational priorities.
* Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical failures on customer equipment.
* Install, assemble, test and commission electrical and mechanical equipment at customer sites.
* Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance via telephone or remote support channels.
* Conduct inspections and identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and performance.
* Deliver customer training on the operation, maintenance and safe use of equipment.
* Build and maintain effective working relationships with customers, ensuring professional service delivery.
* Prepare detailed maintenance reports, documenting interventions, corrective actions, spare parts usage and equipment status.
* Maintain accurate service records in CMR, SAP or equivalent business systems.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives through the review of maintenance processes, procedures and working methods.
* Ensure compliance with company policies relating to Quality, Environment, Health and Safety.
* Following the initial field service period, provide dedicated on-site technical support and maintenance activities at an assigned customer location.

Professional Experience

* Minimum 5 years of experience in a maintenance, field service, automation or industrial technical role.
* Experience working with electrical and mechanical systems within industrial environments.
* Experience in fault diagnosis, repair and maintenance of industrial equipment.
* Experience working directly with customers in a service or maintenance environment is preferred.


Academic background (preferred)

* High School Diploma and/or Technical Qualification in Maintenance, Automation, Electrical or Mechanical disciplines.
* Degree in Engineering or a related technical field is advantageous.


Technical skills
* Electrical Schematics Interpretation.
* Electrical and Mechanical Troubleshooting.
* Preventive and Corrective Maintenance.
* Lifting Equipment Maintenance.
* Industrial Safety Standards and Protective Equipment.
* MS Office.
* ERP Systems (SAP or equivalent).
* Technical Reporting.
* English.

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Job Description
Position Title: Electrical Controls Project Engineer, CPE
Department: Electrical Controls Project Engineering
Reports to: Director of Controls Engineering
Category: Exempt
Position summary:
Electrical controls project engineer, CPE, is responsible for directing, checking, and verifying the entire designs of motor control panels, PLC panels, and associated electrical systems required to control conveyor systems and/or related equipment used in the Material Handling Industry (Freight/Parcel, Baggage Handling, Warehouse Distribution, and Manufacturing). This includes power feed calculations, 480 volt power schematics, 120 volt control schematics, I/O drawings, field device layouts, PLC layout/design, panel layout/design, panel commissioning and checkout. Must be knowledgeable and experienced with UL508A standards, SCCR calculations and methods, material handling system architecture, and networking. Must also be knowledgeable and experienced with PLC and HMI programming for material handling systems. Expert level in programming PLC systems for high-speed sortation applications is desired.

Tasks:
* Confer with sales engineers, project managers, project team, customers, and others to discuss and understand project specifications, scope and design requirements.
* Check and approve detailed drawing sets consisting of conveyor controls layouts, power feed calculations, 480 volt power schematics, 120 volt control schematics, I/O drawings, field device layouts, PLC layout/design, panel layout/design, and other drawings required to implement the project scope as per and ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and customer requirements.
* Prepare specifications for purchase of materials and equipment.
* Operate computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.
* Inspect, audit and test completed motor control panels for overall sound construction and compliance with all design standards and specifications.
* Create, Develop, and lead the development of PLC programming code and software for the control of assigned projects. The CPE will be the technical controls lead for a given project throughout its life cycle for our customer.

Skills & Attributes:
* Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
* Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
* Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
* Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
* Technology Design - Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
* Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
* Flexibility and Adaptability - Able to work within a fast pace environment with multiple priorities, and multi-task on project work.
* Sound and efficient design abilities.
* Great Attitude, Work Ethic and Common Sense are a MUST.

Technical Skills:
* Product Experience - Allen-Bradley discrete products, Rockwell PLCs such as ControlLogix, CompactLogix and operator interface devices, Rockwell and Siemens Variable Frequency Drives. Schneider product experience is a plus. Motion control design, conveyor merging controls, sortation, and product tracking knowledge are a must. Communication bus design experience that includes ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, and Ethernet/IP.
* Computer Aided Drafting Knowledge - Extremely proficient in the use of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical Software. The ability to use and create custom routines within AutoCAD to help automate repetitive work and to decrease design time.
* Computer Skills - Proficient with Microsoft Office products, Word and Excel. Ability to work with and link Excel files within AutoCAD.
* Troubleshooting Skills - The ability to diagnose and solve customer and product related issues. The ability to travel to job-sites, as required, to aid with project installations, and/or troubleshooting.
Required Experience And Education: Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering with over 5 years similar experience with material handling equipment controls design

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Job Title: Specialist Planner - Airports
Reports to: Group Leader (Planning)
Location: London - Heath row Airport (All Terminals)
Contract Type: Permanent

Introduction to role

As a Specialist Planner, reporting into the Planning Manager, you will be responsible for planning all project activities. You will clearly set out decision moments and turnaround times for and with all disciplines involved in a project. You will construct and set up project plans, ensuring that any opportunities and/or threats are identified in good time. Armed with your information and reports, project managers, project leaders and subcontractors and their teams will be in a position to set or adjust their course promptly, wherever they are in the world. You will play a leading role in the projects in which you are involved. You will report to project management and be required to produce monthly project reports. Project planners are part of the Airports and Parcels Operations Team.
Role Responsibilities
You will set priorities, identify problems, and take the necessary steps to resolve them (as part of a multidisciplinary approach). You will be involved in every phase of a project: from engineering, supply and shipping to the commissioning of systems. As a Specialist planner, you will work closely with other disciplines, such as sales, project management, project engineering and the supply chain. You will be the key person in a project, as which you will maintain an overview of the consequences of the difference between the expectations of project management and the possibilities offered by the supply chain. You and your team will ensure that projects are completed successfully.

Your responsibilities and activities will be:
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Effectively translating the scope of a project into an overall project plan, sometimes with minimal input from others.
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Identifying the critical path in a project plan and the corresponding opportunities and risks
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Coordinating a project plan with the customer and subcontractors, so that an integrated project plan is achieved.
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Liaising with all of the internal and external parties involved in a project.
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Reporting on the progress being made with a project to the relevant Project Manager.
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Analysing and giving solicited and unsolicited advice on overall project plans
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Preparing complex plans in consultation with project team members, subcontractors, suppliers, customers and stakeholders.
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Willing to give guidance and mentoring to more Junior members of the team.
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Leading on one or multiple complex projects and have strong experience in building programmes from scratch.
Role Qualification and Skills
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Experience of working in a project organisation
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A minimum of 7+ years Planning experience with at least 3 being carried out in at least a Senior planning role. Aviation and/or baggage experience is advantageous but not essential.
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Expert primavera knowledge is essential.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise at different levels. You will have the ability to involve people and to convince them of the importance of sharing and receiving information in order to identify and maintain common project interests.
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Ability to lead the planning function on complex projects.
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Strong Excel skills
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You will have the ability to work under (time) pressure and set priorities appropriately.
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Have an excellent understanding of the NEC process.
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Understanding of technical planning techniques such as cost loading, critical path analysis etc.
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Have experience throughout the project life cycle (i.e tender to completion).
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Delivery integration experience would be beneficial

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Job Description
Position Title: Controls Engineer

What you'll do
* Design, program, and commission PLC-based control systems for automated material handling equipment
* Support onsite commissioning, troubleshooting, and system startups in fast-paced customer environments
* Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and project teams to deliver reliable, on-time solutions
* Ensure customer satisfaction through strong communication and technical execution
* Follow industry safety standards and contribute to a zero-incident culture
* (Senior Levels) Lead technical efforts, mentor junior engineers, and help elevate the controls team Embrace and promote by incorporating into your work the core values

Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field
* Experience in controls engineering (level aligned to experience):
* Level III: 7+ years
* PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, or similar)
* Willingness and ability to travel up to 80% to customer sites
* Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in material handling, automation, or industrial systems
* Proven success with onsite commissioning and troubleshooting
* OSHA-30 or relevant PLC certifications
* (Senior level) Experience mentoring engineers or leading technical teams

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