Senior Controls Project Engineer

Reports to: Senior Project Manager Engineering

Location: London - Heathrow

Contract Type: Permanent

Introduction to role

The UK engineering team is part of the global Vanderlande Engineering team, consisting of over 1000 engineers across various automated handling disciplines. We seek an Engineer passionate about designing and developing project solutions, capable of adhering to challenging standards, and committed to adding value for our customers worldwide.

Role Responsibilities

The role involves adhering to rules, systems, and protocols, with responsibilities spanning administrative, specialist, and technical tasks. The candidate should be dependable, organized, systematic, and a good communicator. Key responsibilities include:

• Review projects during the sales phase for compliance and translate the functionality into workable LLC designs within budget, collaborating with other disciplines.
• Advise Project Leader Engineering, Integration Manager, and Project Manager on technical and multidisciplinary issues.
• Create detailed designs based on system and controls architecture following VI work methods.
• Develop control applications, integrate into systems, and configure according to LLC standards.
• Perform pre-commissioning activities like I/O testing, cabinet functionality checks.
• Conduct commissioning tests such as functionality and capacity testing.
• Coordinate LLC integration with other systems and third-party equipment, including SCADA.
• Develop documentation, test, and validation plans (FAT, SAT) aligned with MTP and other disciplines.
• Execute in-house and on-site testing, supporting integration tests.
• Create detailed LLC project plans based on overall schedules.
• Report progress regularly to the Project Leader Engineering.

Role Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency in LLC coding platforms like Siemens S7.
• Knowledge of SCADA systems such as WinCC and WebFactory.
• Experience in developing safety systems using platforms like Siemens S7-F, PILZ, and conventional methods.
• Ability to perform health and safety risk analyses at component and system levels.
• Understanding of material handling systems at a system level, with varying expertise levels.
• Familiarity with customer processes in relevant market segments.
• Knowledge of electrical components, cabinets, and field wiring.
• Experience with test strategies, methods, risk analysis, and relevant tools such as Quality Center, UFT/QTP, Jenkins, and emulation tools.
• Knowledge of material handling equipment like DOTM, RAW, ICS, ASRS, and loops.
• Understanding of business process automation (HLC).

What we offer

• 28 days of annual leave (excluding public holidays)
• Bupa Medical Cover
• YuLife wellbeing membership with GP access, health promotion, and daily quests for Yucoins exchangeable for vouchers.
• Challenging environment with career progression opportunities.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Pension scheme with Aviva
• Access to Achievers recognition platform, rewarding points exchangeable for goods and discounts.

Diversity & Inclusion

Vanderlande is committed to equal opportunity employment. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. We welcome discussions on any reasonable adjustments to support your application.