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Junior Systems Engineer ( PLC & DCS Programming)Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited • Runcorn, ENG, GB
Junior Systems Engineer ( PLC & DCS Programming)

Junior Systems Engineer ( PLC & DCS Programming)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited • Runcorn, ENG, GB
4 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Description

Junior Systems Engineer ( PLC & DCS Programming)
£40,000 - £45,000 (OTE 60K) + 7K Car Allowance + Bonus + Training + Progression + Healthcare + 12% Pension
Runcorn, Cheshire

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Are you a Junior Controls Engineer or similar with the ability to configure and program either PLC's or DCS looking level up your career, working for an leading OEM on a wide variety of critical projects that will accelerate your technical development?

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Do you want a structured career pathway into becoming a specialist in DCS and SIS systems, project management or senior team management positions?

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In this role you will trained on the programming and configuration of bespoke distributed control systems used in the automation of industrial processes through the manufacturing, chemical, pharmaceutical, energy and oil & gas industries. Occasionally, perhaps once a month, you will go on-site to assist in the commissioning of the systems. This could be on off-shore Rigs or throughout the UK, with overtime and bonuses paid for your hard work.

\n This company employ 20,000 employees globally and are market leaders in the design, installation and service of advanced industrial automation technology. They are currently striving towards achieving net zero and have sustainability at the heart of their business. They pride themselves on delivering the most reliable distributed control systems on the planet.

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This role would suit a Junior Controls Engineer or similar with the ability to program and configure PLC's or DCS looking to accelerate thier career by joining an international OEM with a solid reputation of solving the most complex problems within industrial automation.

The Role:

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  • Programming and Configuring distributed control systems used for industrial automation
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  • Training on DCS Programming & Configuration
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  • Managing complex projects and acting as the face of the business
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  • Flexible hybrid working with upto 3 days at home per week
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  • Flexible hours - option to work a compressed fortnight and have every other Friday off
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  • Travelling nationally and off-shore to sites to assist with commissioning of new equipment, up to one week per month
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The Person:

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  • Junior Controls Engineer looking for the next step
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  • PLC or DCS or BMS configuration and programming knowledge
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  • Willing to travel nationally and work away 1 week per month
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Job Reference: BBBH 26003d

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Keywords: Junior, Electrical, Engineer, Service, PID, Controls, Automation, PLC, DCS, RTU, SCADA, Maintenance, Systems, Off Shore, BMS, Configuration, Programmer, Distributed, Pharma, Oil, Programming, Energy, Gas, Industrial, Merseyside, Liverpool, Runcorn, Cheshire

\n If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

\n We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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