Controls Project Engineer

Are you a skilled Controls & Automation or Electrical Engineer looking for a high-impact contract where you can truly own the lifecycle of major capital projects? We are partnering with a large global manufacturer at their Plymouth site to find a dynamic Controls Project Engineer. This isn't a role where you'll just be maintaining the status quo. Instead, you will be driving massive site upgrades, including a major overhaul replacing machines, integrating cutting-edge technology into existing systems, and upgrading legacy assets to modern standards. If you are looking for a highly visible contract within a fast-paced, world-class manufacturing environment, your next challenge starts here.

Location: Plymouth (On-site)
Duration: 12 Months
Work Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Full-Time)
Pay Rate: £23.36 - £47.30 per hour (depending on experience)As a Controls Project Engineer, you will manage a mix of project stages, focusing predominantly on Low Voltage (LV) controls systems. While hands-on programming isn't a deal-breaker, you must possess the technical expertise to hold vendors accountable, lead commissioning, and fault-find effectively.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

Project Delivery: Managing the end-to-end execution of engineering projects, from initial site surveying and concept design to scoping, alignment, and tendering.

Site Safety: Issuing work permits for contractors and managing implementation safety, including electrical isolations on circuits.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Working closely with contract partners, suppliers, and internal associates to ensure projects hit strict timelines and compliance goals.

Technical Input: Actively participating in project design reviews, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).

System Integration: Overseeing the removal of old equipment and integrating new assets like switchboards and updated control systems across varying generations of machinery.

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

A Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline.

Proven track record of delivering Controls, Automation, and Electrical projects within FMCG or manufacturing/logistics environments.

Strong understanding of LV controls, electrical circuits, and industrial safety regulations.

Experience with PLC systems (Mitsubishi and/or Allen Bradley preferred), SCADA, HMI, and industrial networks is highly desirable.

Project management, safety, or automation certifications (e.g., PMP, NEBOSH) are a strong advantage.

Key Skills

Dual Bias: An ideal blend of both electrical and controls engineering experience.

Vendor Management: The ability to challenge, troubleshoot, and hold external vendors to account during commissioning and fault-finding.

Communication: Exceptional verbal and written English skills to communicate complex technical concepts to cross-functional teams.

If you are an adaptable, safety-conscious engineer ready to make your mark on a massive site reinvestment project, apply today for immediate consideration!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

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