Isca Recruitment Ltd
Controls Engineer
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Lead the design, programming, and commissioning of bespoke automated systems for the dairy/food sector. Combine electrical design, PLC/HMI development, and multi‑discipline engineering (mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic) to deliver turnkey solutions.
Core Responsibilities
- Electrical design: SLDs, panel layouts, IO schedules, compliance with BS 7671, UKCA/CE, ATEX.
- Automation: PLC/HMI programming (Siemens, Allen‑Bradley, B&R), SCADA, industrial networks, instrumentation integration.
- Project delivery: Full lifecycle from concept to commissioning, FAT/SAT, risk assessments, UKCA/CE marking.
- Support: Troubleshooting, upgrades, retrofits, training site engineers.
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Qualifications
- 6+ years in controls/automation within food, beverage, FMCG, or pharma.
- HNC/HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
- 18th Edition preferred.
- Strong background in bespoke automated machinery.
Skills
- PLC/HMI/SCADA programming.
- Electrical panel design & functional safety.
- CAD tools (EPLAN, AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
- Pneumatics & hydraulics troubleshooting.
- Compliance documentation (UKCA/CE, PUWER, SIL/PL).
Attributes
- Analytical, detail‑oriented, safety‑driven.
- Strong communicator, independent yet collaborative.
- Comfortable in hygienic production environments.
- UK driving licence.
Benefits
- Competitive salary & package.
- R&D environment with scope to innovate.
- Training & development opportunities.
- Exposure to both new build and field projects.
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This is an urgent requirement with interviews to take place as soon as possible, so please don’t delay in submitting your CV. We will be in touch promptly to discuss the role and employer. For an informal discussion or further information, please contact Katie at Isca Recruitment.
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