Controls Systems Engineer

Location: Royston, UK (on-site)

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a software controls engineer, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

As the Controls Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, installing, managing and/or maintaining equipment and software on PLC and SCADA systems, which are used to monitor and control the plant systems at Royston.

You will provide Software and Controls input for projects for the Site, this could be modifications to existing systems or new installations altogether

As a Controls systems engineer, you will help drive our goals by:

• Provide expert knowledge of PLC systems, JM preferred is Omron and Allen-Bradley.

• Provide expert knowledge of SCADA systems, JM preferred is Wonderware (Intouch) and Inductive Automation’s (Ignition) SCADA packages.

• Supporting the projects teams at initial design stages to offer advice on the selection of software and controls equipment to ensure improved levels of plant reliability and maintainability, designing, developing, installing, managing and/or maintaining equipment and software as required.

• Implement and continually review the controls strategy to ensure business needs, both current and future are maintained and developed.

• Implement recognised standards with regards alarm management and safety related control functions so that process safety is delivered.

• Interpreting technical drawings for planning, executing, and specifying material to support job duties.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• Minimum of 5 years industry experience

• Have skills in Programmable logic controllers (PLC) (Omron, Allen Bradley), and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) & preferably experience with Wonderware

• ECI experience in a large-scale manufacturing/chemical facilities/plant within a software/controls function

• Experience in network infrastructure, architecture, and administration

• Knowledge and experience with the following: Windows server 2008,2012 and 2016, Microsoft SQL server 2000,2008 and 2012, Active directory, Terminal services and Thin client architecture, MS licencing

• Ability to read and understand Instrument and electrical drawings

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement savings

• Share plans

• Saving accounts

• House saving funds

• Life and disability insurance

• Commuter allowances and loans

• Medical plans / health assessments

• Fitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [email protected]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

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