Location: Dagenham, Essex Rate: £40–£50 per hour | Outside IR35 Contract: Contract Hours: Monday–Friday, 07:30–16:00 Weekend Working: Approximately two weekends per month Vacancies: Multiple
The Opportunity
We are recruiting experienced PLC Controls & Commissioning Engineers to support a major automotive manufacturing and industrial automation project in Dagenham.
These are hands-on commissioning positions within a live automotive manufacturing environment, requiring engineers who can hit the ground running, modify PLC software, troubleshoot complex faults and support the commissioning of automated production equipment.
We have opportunities for engineers with either Schneider Electric PLC experience or Siemens Classic S7 experience.
Key Responsibilities
Modify existing PLC software and undertake basic programming and development.
Commission automated production lines, stations and manufacturing equipment.
Download, test and validate PLC software modifications.
Diagnose and resolve PLC, controls, I/O, sequencing and runtime faults.
Troubleshoot electrical, software and hardware issues during commissioning.
Support live production lines and planned maintenance activities.
Clear snags, maintain fault logs and optimise station operation and cycle times.
Work closely with electrical, mechanical, controls and site engineering teams.
Support safe commissioning, production readiness and equipment handover.
Work to relevant automotive OEM commissioning and software standards.
Essential Skills & Experience
We are interested in candidates with experience in either of the following PLC platforms.
Option 1: Schneider Electric PLC Engineer
Strong experience with Schneider Electric PLCs.
Proven experience using Schneider PL7.
Experience with Unity Pro / EcoStruxure Control Expert.
Ability to modify existing PLC software and undertake basic development.
Strong commissioning, troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
Option 2: Siemens PLC Controls Engineer
Strong experience with Siemens Classic S7.
Proven experience using STEP 7 v5.x and SIMATIC Manager.
Ability to modify existing PLC programs and develop new code.
Strong knowledge of PLC fault-finding, I/O, sequences and automated processes.
Please note: The Siemens requirement is primarily focused on Classic STEP 7 / SIMATIC Manager rather than TIA Portal.
Automotive OEM Experience
Experience working on major automotive manufacturing and automation projects is highly desirable.
Knowledge of Ford FAST standards is a significant advantage, particularly for the Siemens commissioning positions.
Candidates without direct Ford FAST experience may still be considered if they have extensive automotive commissioning experience with major OEMs such as Jaguar Land Rover or BMW, working to comparable controls and software standards.
Experience with Profibus, Profinet and basic HMI integration is also beneficial.
Contract Details
Location: Dagenham, Essex.
Rate: £40–£50 per hour, Outside IR35.
Working hours: Monday–Friday, 07:30–16:00.
Weekend support: Approximately two weekends per month, ideally consecutive weekends.
Contract opportunity supporting a major automotive auto
How to Apply
If you have strong PLC commissioning experience and are interested in this opportunity, please send your latest CV to (url removed) and include your PLC platform, relevant automotive OEM experience, availability and confirmation of your ability to support the weekend working requirement.
We are keen to speak with experienced engineers who can contribute immediately to commissioning activities and support the successful delivery of this project.
Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed
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