Controls Commissioning Engineer

(M/F/D)*

Are you ready to make an impact in the logistics industry? The Commissioning Engineer plays a crucial role in TGW’s Controls Team, ensuring the successful delivery of our projects. With opportunities to work on cutting edge UK logistics projects, you'll gain invaluable experience and continuously learn and develop. Join our passionate close-knit team and embark on a rewarding career where your skills and creativity can truly shine. This position involves writing and configuring PLC software, testing software within 3D emulation environments, and commissioning PLC control systems for our automated materials handling solutions across the UK and Northern Europe. To achieve project success, the engineer collaborates closely with the Controls Team, including Project Managers, Controls Engineers, Engineering Designers, and Customers. Additionally, there are opportunities to support Junior Engineers and Apprentices in project-related activities and career development.

Becki Davis

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WHAT YOU'LL BE HANDLING

Pre-site Phase

Writing PLC code to TGW standards
Defining and creating 3rd party interface specifications
Writing Functional Design Specifications (FDS) for PLCs
Emulate PLC software, conveyor and shuttle systems in a 3D environment

Site Phase

Take ownership of PLC commissioning, resolving software, hardware, and electrical issues
Commissioning interface with WCS/WMS systems
Testing and verifying safety systems
Integrating and testing third-party equipment
Collaborate with Engineers, Integration Teams, and Project Managers on system testing and PLC functionality verification
Attend team meetings with controls leads
Support the technical development of Junior Engineers and Apprentices

What you'll need

To be successful in your application, you will need – Ability to work effectively within a team and coordinate activities when required. Proven knowledge of writing and configuring PLC code, ideally using Siemens PLCs (TIA/S7), along with experience in commissioning and testing automated systems. A solid understanding of control systems is essential, including networking and hardware components (Profibus, Profinet, ASI, Motors, Servo Drives). Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills. Ability to develop and mentor Junior colleagues.

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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