Job Description

About The Role

Due to continued growth of the Paralloy Group we are currently looking to bolster our engineering department. As a PLC Engineer you will be reporting to the UK engineering manager responsible for the maintenance and improvement of the groups current PLC and automation equipment across the 5 UK sites and France. You will be required to carry out the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair electrical and electronic systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and related components. You will be also responsible for identifying areas oof improvement with current systems. You will also be required to perform tasks such as wiring, programming, and integrating PLCs with other automation equipment.

Duties will include but not limited to:
Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems, including wiring, lighting, and control system Programming and modifying PLC code using specialist software Integrating PLCs with other automation components, such as HMIs, drives, and sensors Repairing or replacing faulty motors, switches, control panels, circuit breakers, and other electrical equipment Documenting work performed, including creation of wiring diagrams, issues or reporting defective equipment, often using the companies existing maintenance software. Be an active driver of business improvements within the manufacturing processes and the engineering team providing potential automated solutions Taking a proactive approach and providing guidance and training to junior electricians and apprentices.
Ideally you will be educated to Degree standard within an Electrical Engineering Discipline. With a strong background working with a range of PLC systems.
You will need;
An extensive knowledge of programming languages like Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram, Structured Text, and Sequential Function Chart A strong understanding of electrical systems, including wiring, circuits, and control systems Ability to read and interpret electrical and electronic schematics, blueprints, and diagrams. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve electrical and control system issues.
This role will require travelling between sites including overseas.