Resident Site EngineerUp to £55,000 per annum | Permanent | Automated Warehouse | LutterworthWe are currently recruiting for... Read more
Up to £55,000 per annum | Permanent | Automated Warehouse | Lutterworth
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Resident Site Engineer to join a fully automated warehouse operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer with a strong electrical or mechanical background to work within a highly automated environment, maintaining and fault-finding on equipment including conveyors, cranes, lifters, monorails and automatic wrapping systems.
The RoleYou will be responsible for the maintenance, repair and ongoing support of automated material handling equipment, helping to keep the site running efficiently and minimise downtime.
Your responsibilities will include:
Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM)Diagnosing and prioritising system faultsCarrying out scheduled repairs and reactive maintenanceFault-finding on automated equipmentWorking with PLC systems and fault-finding to I/O levelReading and working from mechanical, electrical and electronic drawingsRecording maintenance and repair activity accuratelySupporting continuous improvement initiativesManaging and maintaining appropriate levels of on-site sparesEnsuring all work is carried out safely and to a high standardWorking closely with customers, colleagues and other stakeholdersWorking HoursRotating 12-hour day & night shift:
3 days -> 3 off -> 2 nights -> 2 off -> 2 days -> 3 off -> 3 nights -> 1 off -> 2 days -> 4 off -> 2 nights -> 1 off
Important: You must be comfortable working at heights of up to 32 metres.
What We're Looking ForMulti-skilled maintenance experience, ideally with an electrical or mechanical biasMinimum NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalentTime-served engineering apprenticeshipExperience working with automated systemsExperience with equipment such as pallet conveyors, cranes and automatic stretch wrappersGood understanding of PLC systems Experience with PPMExperience using CMMS for maintenance management and fault reportingAbility to read technical drawings and manualsStrong Health & Safety awarenessComfortable working at heightPackage25 days annual leavePrivate healthcareCompany pension schemeCycle to Work schemeIf you're an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking to work in a highly automated environment with excellent earning potential and benefits, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact Luana Ferreira: 07918 726944
Send your CV: [email protected]
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.
Lutterworth, England, United KingdomPermanent
Project Engineer (Electrical Installation) £50,000 - £53,000 per annum plus Overtime £63KLeicester, UKThe employer specialises in designing conveyor... Read more
Project Engineer (Electrical Installation)
£50,000 - £53,000 per annum plus Overtime £63K
Leicester, UK
The employer specialises in designing conveyor systems, working with some of the biggest leaders within the industry. They are well known for delivering complex, high-quality projects across the UK and investing in employee development and progression. They have an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer (Electrical) to join their team. This position is well-suited to a proactive and detail-oriented person who is looking to take ownership of diverse electrical projects and grow their leadership skills.
This position is based in the Projects department and answers to the Project Manager (or Head of Projects in their absence). You will support and manage electrical installation projects from quotation through completion, coordinate resources and subcontractors, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
Responsibilities:
* Engage with design, technical, site installation, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful project completion.
* Prepare and present commercially viable quotes and support delivery of industrial electrical installation projects.
* Manage budgets, schedules, and procurement activities while maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations.
* Deputise for the Project Manager or other engineers when necessary and participate in client meetings.
Requirements:
* Minimum 5 years' experience in industrial electrical installations.
* NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installations or equivalent electro-technical qualification.
* Experience with process control systems.
* SSSTS certification (desirable), AM2 advantageous but not essential.
* Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to lead teams.
Reasons why you should apply:
* Competitive salary and the chance to work on a variety of complex, high-value industrial projects.
* Supportive environment with clear opportunities for progression and professional development.
* Be part of a well-established and respected company committed to safety and continuous improvement.
Interested on this role or know someone who could be suitable? Send the CV to Luana Ferreira on [email protected] or call her on 07918726944
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.
Leicester, England, United KingdomPermanent
Controls EngineerCommutable from Leicester, Hinckley, Coventry and surrounding areasWe are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our... Read more
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.
Leicester, England, United KingdomPermanent
Controls EngineerWe are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our controls department. Our client provides specialist control... Read more
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.
Hinckley, England, United KingdomPermanent
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