Automation and Control System Specialist

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Hiring Remotely in Farnborough, Rushmoor, Hampshire, England, GBR
In-Office or Remote
Entry level
Greentech • Energy • Industrial • Renewable Energy
The Role
Provide maintenance, troubleshooting, upgrades, configuration, commissioning, and technical support for industrial automation and control systems. The role focuses on Siemens PCS7 and TIA Portal, PLC/DCS control logic, HMI/SCADA, networks, field instrumentation, system integration, and customer training. This UK home-based position supports operational sites, requires participation in a call-out rota, and involves extensive UK travel with possible international travel.
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Company Description

Welcome to Kanadevia Inova, a global innovation leader in the waste infrastructure space, where we believe in creating a sustainable future through technology and innovation.

Transforming Waste into Value

At Kanadevia Inova, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of waste-to-X technology. We are not just waste managers; we are creators of value from what communities discard. Your role at Kanadevia Inova directly contributes to turning something once considered useless - waste - into something invaluable: energy, heat, hydrogen, fertilizer, and beyond..

Find out more about Kanadevia Inova at www.kanadevia-inova.com.

Job Description

Kanadevia Inova are recruiting an Automation & Control System Specialist to establish the digital services execution team to deliver and support digital services projects and provide control system support for our Operation and Maintenance sites. This will be a UK home based role supporting our site where you will be responsible for but not limited to;

  • Control System Maintenance & Support: Provide technical support, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting for control systems such Siemens PCS7.
  • System Upgrades & Configuration: Configure and upgrade control systems to meet evolving operational requirements, including hardware upgrades, software patches, and control strategy improvements.
  • Troubleshooting & Diagnostics: Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues involving hardware, software, Networks and field instruments to minimize system downtime.
  • System Commissioning: Assist in the commissioning and start-up of new control systems, including hardware installation, software configuration, and system integration.
  • Customer Training & Support: Provide training and technical support to customers on system operation, maintenance best practices, and safety protocols.

The above job duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature of the work and are not intended to be an inclusive list of all responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may change or vary depending on the specific needs of the business.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field.
  • Solid experience working with industrial control systems, specifically Siemens PCS7, TIA Portal
  • Hands-on experience with control system integration, HMI/SCADA systems, and field instrumentation.
  • Proficiency in control logic development (PLC/DCS) and system design.
  • Familiarity with industry protocols (e.g., Profibus, Modbus, OPC, Ethernet/IP).
  • Strong knowledge of servers, database systems and data historians

Additional Information

  • Competitive basic salary plus car allowance
  • 60-80% travel mostly UK and potential need for international travel.
  • Required to be included in the Call Out Rota. On the days rostered there is a daily call out allowance with overtime paid if physically required to attend site
  • Reasonable subsistence expenses relating to business travel, accommodation lodge allowance.
  • Annual performance reviews and bonus awards
  • Pension scheme, life insurance, Private Medical and Dental
  • Tailored learning and development opportunities

For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, control systems engineering, or a related field
  • Experience working with industrial control systems, specifically Siemens PCS7 and TIA Portal
  • Hands-on experience with control system integration, HMI/SCADA systems, and field instrumentation
  • Proficiency in control logic development using PLC/DCS and system design
  • Familiarity with Profibus, Modbus, OPC, and Ethernet/IP protocols
  • Strong knowledge of servers, database systems, and data historians
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The Company
3,500 Employees
Year Founded: 1933

What We Do

Kanadevia Inova is a global greentech leader specializing in Waste to Energy (WtE) and Renewable Gas (RG). It delivers turnkey systems that transform waste into valuable resources through cutting-edge technology, focusing on the energy transition and circular economy to create a future free of wasted waste.

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