Senior Control System Engineer

What Are We Looking For? RSE is recruiting Senior Control System Engineers across our business to join us in delivering solutions to the Water industry, based out of our Basingstoke office. You’ll be in involved in the development, commissioning and support of automation and control systems solutions as well as automation and control systems design, specification, programming, simulation, testing and start-up assistance. Some Of Your Key Duties Include Be responsible for the appropriate planning and carrying out of intrusive surveys on live control systems. You will identify and manage the risks associated with these surveys.Detailed design proposals that establish the scope of work required for new build and ICA refurbishment projects.Define the control system hardware and software requirements.Assist the electrical engineers with the development of robust Control Systems Architectures utilising appropriate technology in accordance with Client, WIMES and industrial standards.Provide specialist ICA assistance to the Engineer during the development of the Control Philosophy.Define the project Software Testing strategy and ensure appropriate time and resources are allocated.Be responsible for identifying the programme requirements to deliver Control System elements to achieve the project milestone dates.Develop detailed Functional Design Specifications and associated schedules from the agreed Control Philosophy in accordance with the Company’s Quality procedures.Implementation of robust change control during the entire project lifecycle.Develop and self-test control system software to achieve the required functionality in accordance with the FDS.Develop the Factory Acceptance Test DocumentationFully document, resolve and re-test any defects identified during testing.Provide specialist control system assistance to the Commissioning Teams within the workshop and on site in conjunction with the RSE PMCarry out Site Acceptance Testing of the Control System against the SAT document.Investigate and provide technical advice and support to the design, delivery, and senior management teams on automation related issues.Manage the specification, development, installation, and validation of automation projects within budget and corporate guidelines. What Do You Need? HNC/HND Degree in Engineering or equivalent, with particular emphasis in electrical, mechanical, electronic, automation and/or chemical discipline Have a minimum 8-10 years proven ability in the design and commissioning of control and electrical systems associated with process automation, preferably in the Hydro power and Water sector.Detailed experience in the development of Control Systems solutions using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and HMI/SCADA and Telemetry Systems in the process control environment using one or more of the following manufacturers: Allen Bradley/ Rockwell, Siemens, MitsubishiExperienced working knowledge of Profibus, ProfNet, Ethernet. Modbus and DH+ systemsExperienced in integration and modification into existing systems PLC control systems in a ‘live’ environment.Have a strong working knowledge of process systems, P&ID control and loop tuningWorking knowledge and an understanding of electrical schematics.Must be flexible and willing to travel, including regular site working.Full UK Driving Licence. Who Are We? RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market-leading products and solutions for drinking water treatment, wastewater recycling and industrial water processes. Founded in Muir of Ord in 1982, the company has grown into one of the UK’s leading mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation (MEICA) contractors, delivering water treatment technologies and services across the UK and North America. RSE’s commitment to innovation is helping to transform the water sector. Its offsite modular solutions reduce construction time, improve quality, increase cost certainty and deliver environmental benefits. With more than 2,000 employees across 27 locations and extensive manufacturing capability, RSE is scaling to address the industry’s most pressing challenges, including ageing infrastructure, rising demand and climate pressures. The company offers a fully integrated, in-house service, from project inception through to design, fabrication, installation and commissioning. RSE works with major UK water companies, as well as leading industrial organisations. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability and carbon reduction, RSE has achieved company-wide carbon neutrality and continues to expand its global footprint, including through its first North American office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. What RSE Offer To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, you’ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader. Industry-leading salary based on your experience.Company Car Allowance.A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go.Private Healthcare (Personal)Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years’ service.Holiday Buy / Sell SchemeCompany Pension SchemeCycle to WorkDiscounted National Gym MembershipProfessional Fees PaidEmployee Discount PlatformEV/Hybrid Car Lease SchemeAccess to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse. In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive. If you’re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now