Senior Control and Automation Engineer

Working in a team to design, build, test and implement industrial control systems (both hardware and software), utilising Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's), Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) software packages and Industrial Network solutions. Configuration of PC software packages to provide user interface and data processing functions. Integration of software packages using standard protocols and custom developed software/scripts. Working across our offices and on client sites throughout the UK if required.

Salary: Above Industry Standard

Through our 50 year history, ITI Group has combined the skills, experience, and knowledge of many recognised and respected industry names to become a leading partner for industry. We develop and integrate digital transformation solutions for Energy, Nuclear and Industrial manufacturing sectors. We advance safe, secure and sustainable operations through the innovative use of technology.

You’ll be joining a global brand with locations across the UK, Europe and North America. Our people work together with clients to solve problems, unlock the potential of the connected world, and create solutions that deliver value.

At the heart of ITI Group is a complete commitment to innovation and transformation. Our people are practical, insightful and dynamic, with a personal approach. We are dedicated to working in partnership with our colleagues, leaders and customers, and developing a culture that allows us to inspire, and deliver a safe, sustainable future where people shine.

You will: 

• Design, development, programming and testing of mission critical innovative solutions under the guidance of more experienced Engineers.
• Work as a key team member resolving hardware and software challenges for assigned solution areas
• Design and configuration of cyber-secure infrastructure and communications between solution components using industry standard protocols
• Develop a thorough understanding of ITI’s operational procedures and ensure compliance with both internal and external standards
• Assemble, supervise and electrical testing of solution hardware (including functional safety systems) under the guidance of experienced Engineers
• Install and commission of solutions on customer sites
• Provide support and mentoring for more junior engineers

We are looking for:

Experience and Knowledge

• Five or more years experience of control system project delivery, demonstrable experience of design, implementation, test and commissioning roles within a project team
• Basic understanding of electrical system drawings, including GA’s, Wiring Schematics and Termination Diagrams.
• Good fundamental electrical knowledge and ability to understand/interpret system drawings
• Sound grasp of general IT/OT Technologies and development methodologies
• Awareness/understanding of Quality Management System procedures
• Knowledge of Windows Operating System configuration and lockdown.
• Knowledge of network switch and firewall configuration and network management packages
• Electrical & Electronic or Electrical or Software Engineering degree (min 2:1) or similar qualification
• Undertaken a structured project delivery lifecycle
• Experience with software development and configuration tools, methods and processes
• Experience with Siemens range of PLCs/HMIs / DCS / Drives

Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in generation of formal technical documentation for the full life cycle of projects
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products
• Ability to estimate time and costs for common tasks
• Eligible for security clearance checks for access to client sites.
• Excellent ability to capture information, analyse it, and articulate an appropriate solution.
• Excellent verbal, written and interactive communication skills
• Able to operate “self-sufficiently” on customer’s premises, including production locations.
• Can demonstrate the appropriate level of commercial awareness and diligence

In line with our company values we are looking for someone who,

📈Will 'Deliver' what we promise

🦺Will demand the highest levels of 'Safety and Security'

🏆Will apply 'Technical Mastery'

🧠Is committed to 'Continual Learning'

🤝Can work 'Collaboratively'

💡Will challenge the norm to make a difference through 'Innovation'

Inspire and innovate with us; Join ITI Group, a place where you can shine! Find out more about what we can offer you by visiting our careers page on the ITI Group Website.

At ITI Group our people are our best asset. We offer a variety of benefits, to attract and retain talent, which include:

• 25 days annual leave, 8 Bank Holidays, plus the ability to buy and sell up to 5 days per year
• Flexible start and finish times, including flexi-Fridays
• Competitive Employee Referral Award Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Pension
• Payment of professional membership fees
• Healthy Extras - Employee Assistance Programme, access to a practising GP, Confidential Advice
• Enhanced family friendly policies

Candidates should note that for this role employment will be conditional upon achieving National Security Vetting clearance.

ITI is an equal opportunities employer. For more information, please refer to our Equality of Opportunity statement on the ITI Group Careers page.