Principal Controls Engineer in Whitehaven, Cumbria
hace 6 días
Whitehaven
Job Title: Principal Controls Engineer Job Type: Permanent Start Date: ASAP Location: Whitehaven Working Pattern: Hybrid - typically 3 days per week in the office We're looking for a Controls Engineer to join a specialist engineering team supporting the development, maintenance and enhancement of advanced control systems. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of technically challenging projects, collaborating with internal teams, customers and suppliers to deliver reliable, high-quality engineering solutions. You’ll play a key role in managing control system projects, supporting service contracts and implementing product upgrades, while ensuring all work is delivered safely, efficiently and in line with company standards. • Managing and coordinating control system development projects and implementing modifications to gas turbine control logic., • Maintaining, troubleshooting and upgrading control system hardware, including processors, I/O cards and network infrastructure., • Providing technical support and fault-finding assistance to plant operations and maintenance teams., • Working closely with suppliers, providing technical oversight and support throughout project delivery., • Planning, specifying and witnessing Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)., • Investigating process control issues, identifying root causes and delivering effective technical solutions., • Preparing and maintaining technical documentation, including operating manuals, test procedures and engineering reports., • Ensuring all engineering activities comply with Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) policies and company procedures., • Supporting product upgrades, system improvements and continuous improvement initiatives across the business., • A qualification in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or a related discipline., • Strong understanding of process control principles and control system methodologies., • Experience with control system programming, commissioning, troubleshooting and fault diagnosis., • Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret technical data and implement effective solutions., • A proven ability to deliver high-quality engineering work within agreed timescales and budgets., • The ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC). We celebrate and support and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr