Commissioning Engineer - Market Harborough

(M/F/D)*

The Commissioning Engineer plays a crucial role in TGW Northern Europe’s Controls Team, ensuring the successful delivery of our projects. This position involves creating software, conducting emulation, and commissioning Level 2 PLC control systems for our automated materials handling solutions, including commissioning and system testing. To achieve project success, the engineer collaborates closely with control services Managers and the Lead Commissioning Engineer (ComC Lead). Additionally, the role includes supporting Junior Commissioning Engineers and Apprentices in project-related activities. Effective communication with Project Managers, Controls, Engineering Designers, and Customers is essential, both at our UK Head Office and various installation sites across Northern Europe. The Commissioning Engineer also promotes a culture of continuous improvement, emphasising personal development for all team members.

Becki Davis

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WHAT YOU'LL BE HANDLING

Pre-site Phase Assist the ComC Lead in creating:

3rd party interface documents
The Functional Design Specification (FDS) for PLCs
PLC module lists

Generate PLC code using TGW standard tools and architecture, ensuring adherence to version control
Emulate PLCs and subsystems per goal definitions

Site Phase

Take ownership of PLC areas/products, resolving software, hardware, or electrical issues
Perform full Level 2 PLC commissioning
Commissioning communications with WCS/WMS systems
Testing and verifying emergency stop systems
Integrating and testing third-party equipment
Identify and rectify software, hardware, and electrical faults
Collaborate with the Lead, engineers, and project managers on system testing and PLC functionality verification
Attend daily controls stand-up meetings for progress updates and resource planning
Support the technical development of Junior ComC Engineers and apprentices

What you'll need

To be successful in your application, you will need the ability to work effectively within a team and coordinate activities when required. You should have proven experience in generating PLC code, ideally using Siemens PLCs, along with knowledge and experience in commissioning and testing automated systems. A solid understanding of control systems is essential, including networking and hardware components, Fieldbus technology such as Profibus, Profinet, and ASi, as well as motion control via inverters and servo drives. Additionally, you should possess strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.

WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE

TGW is a people-focused company that values and invests in its employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible holiday options, allowing you to buy and sell holiday days to suit your needs, as well as an employee profit share scheme that rewards your contributions to our success. At TGW, we foster a supportive and dynamic work environment where your professional growth and personal development are encouraged and valued. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to innovation, excellence, and making a difference.

Becki Davis

In this position, you can expect the following benefits, among others.

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*TGW is an employer that promotes equal opportunities. We invite everybody interested in this job to apply.

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