NRL are working with an engineering consultancy who specialise within the power generation sector.

Location: Remote working possible with regular visits to the Head Office (min 1 day per week) – Stockton-on-Tees

We are looking for an experienced controls engineer to lead the development of their data visualisation platform, improve CHiPCoB on-site controls product and to help bring our online power generation asset management products to the market.
The role will also involve providing controls and electrical support to the existing operational assets and mentoring the younger engineers within our small team.

Job Scope:

Key areas of responsibility

Configuring and development cloud based SCADA capability
Develop and update PLC software for remote deployment
Advise and lead on the improvement of IT infrastructure across the business and customer power generation sites
Support the business on general electrical, control and communications issues
Day-to-day duties of the position

Ensure all currently deployed control systems are working correctly and resolving any problems that arise
Coordinate the development work carried out by junior controls engineers within the team
Visit sites to resolve problems when required
Skills and Competencies Required for the Role

Self-motivated and Independent worker
PLC programming with knowledge of communications protocols
SCADA configuration and set up
Excellent IT and networking knowledge
Dealing with a number of different projects simultaneously
Good HSE attitude
Experience on the following is desired:

MQTT
AWS
Siemens S7 PLC’s and programming environments
Ability to analyse and modify software
Qualifications Required

Relevant Engineering qualification – Degree level
Salary and Benefits

£45-55k salary dependant on experience
25 days a year holiday
Group Life assurance
Group Income protection

Additional info:

This job would require mobility to get to various project sites so a full UK driving license is required and preferably a car
We are a flexible working organisation, which would allow mutual pragmatic approach to working patterns, but may also include occasional out of normal hours working.
Remote working is possible but there is an expectation that the candidate will visit our main office in Teesside at least once per week.

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