Control Systems Engineer (Beckhoff)

Derby and Client Sites

Competitive Salary

PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR SECURITY CLEARANCE FOR THIS POSITION

VIQU have partnered with a leading entity in operational technology and digital transformation. They boast a longstanding reputation for advanced system integration, with expertise in optimising efficiency and achieving impressive performance on a large scale. Their commitment to continuous innovation drives their forward-thinking approach. Operating in highly regulated and demanding industrial sectors, they have successfully executed pivotal projects across energy, nuclear, renewables, water, and manufacturing domains.

They are seeking a skilled Control Systems Engineer with hands-on experience of Beckhoff control systems to work within their Nuclear division. The successful Control Systems Engineer (Beckhoff) will be responsible for developing and designing PLC and SCADA systems tailored to customer requirements, with a specific focus on Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 PLCs using IEC 61131-3 Structured Text. As the Control Systems Engineer (Beckhoff), you will work on programming control systems, configuring SCADA based on both original and provided designs, and participating in all phases of the software and systems life cycle.

Essential Skills of the Control Systems Engineer (Beckhoff):

• Degree or HND in Engineering/Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience in the industry
• Proficiency in programming Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 PLCs using IEC 61131-3 Structured Text
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within mixed client/contractor teams
• Demonstrated experience in creating design documentation and test specifications
• Knowledge of Unit testing practices
• Experience with Agile methodologies
• Proficiency with version control systems, specifically Git
• Open to travel and working on-site as needed
• Valid driving license
• Eligible for Security Clearance
• PLC system design, coding, testing and commissioning (desired)
• SCADA system design, configuration and commissioning (desired)
• Prior experience working in the Nuclear Industry (desired)

To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW. Alternatively, you can contact Katie Dark directly.

If you know someone who would be ideal for this role, by way of showing our appreciation, VIQU is offering an introduction fee up to £1,000 once your referral has successfully started work with our client (terms apply).

Control Systems Engineer (Beckhoff)

Derby and Client Sites

Competitive Salary