Randstad are recruiting for a Controls Engineer for a client based in Gloucester. They are a well established company and also part of a global group that specialises in manufacturing machinery.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing Controls System development and support of special purpose automated machinery.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out a range of PLC, HMI and Motion Control programming and modification work
Carry out software & hardware configuration of networked control systems with distributed Input Output (IO)
Carry out the programming and integration of vision systems for inspection & measurement using Cognex or similar products
Control system support of prototype, new machine builds and existing equipment in the field
Ensure and oversee machine safety to the relevant international standards and practices
Prepare support documentation to assist both machine manufacture, testing and customer documentation packages
Provide customer support and be prepared to travel on site as required
To identify opportunities for process, productivity and quality improvements
To adhere to and always apply all workplace management rules consistently
To actively participate in product development and improvement
Develop effective relationships with all internal and external stakeholders, customers and suppliers to ensure best outcomes for our client
Embrace the values of our client and live these by example, consistent with corporate policies/procedures and legal obligations, both in the UK and overseas
Ensure that all Company policies and procedures are adhered to within the operations area including ethical policies

Skills and Experience:

Qualified to HNC / HND or equivalent in a Software related discipline
Proven experience of PLC, HMI and motion programming preferably using Rockwell Logix platform, Safety PLC, Kinetix motion control, Studio 5000 and FTViewME. Siemens Control systems & TIA portal advantageous
Knowledge and programming of robotic applications preferred (Yaskawa preferred)
Knowledge of vision systems preferable
Excellent communication skills, both written and orally
Self-motivated and enthusiastic and able to communicate at all levels
Positive attitude with ability to work within culturally diverse environments
Helpful and supportive approach to resolution of technical challenges
Receptive and adaptable to change
Able to travel internationally to customer sites. Travel is approximately 2-3 weeks in duration for 4-5 times per annum but will vary depending on projects
Current passport and fully Covid vaccinated to allow international travel

This is a full time permanent position with a salary of £50,000-£62,000 depending on experience and a 9 day fortnight, so you would have every other Friday off as well. The role is fully on site and will require occasional international travel.

If you are interested, please make an application at your earliest convenience.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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