Software and Controls Engineer

About Us

Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organisation, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology.  With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people.  

We have more 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field. Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story.

About the role

The Software/Controls Engineer (SCE) is responsible for designing, installing, managing and/or maintaining equipment and software on PLC and SCADA systems, which are used to monitor and control the plant systems at Brimsdown.

Most of your time will be spent on software orientated tasks including but not limited to: fault finding, testing of Logic coding, implementing changes to the existing Controls Infrastructure in line with actions arising from MOC requests, attend HAZOP Studies/PHA’s etc as a Software and Controls representative. Provide Software and Controls input for projects for the Site, this could be modifications to existing systems or new installations altogether.

This role has an ‘on-call’ contractual requirement. This requirement will be applied once the jobholder has completed the relevant training and is deemed fully competent. Call-outs are to cover non-standard hours.  

Your responsibilities:

• Provide expert knowledge of PLC systems (Omron and Rockwell).
• Provide expert knowledge of SCADA systems (Wonderware (Intouch) SCADA package).
• Supporting the projects teams at initial design stages to offer advice on the selection of software and controls equipment to ensure improved levels of plant reliability and maintainability, designing, developing, installing, managing and/or maintaining equipment and software as required.
• Implement and continually review the controls strategy to ensure business needs, both current and future are maintained and developed.
• Implement recognised standards with regards alarm management and safety related control functions so that process safety is delivered.
• Interpreting technical drawings for planning, executing, and specifying material to support job duties.
• Provide support to technicians carrying out Instrumentation Loop testing to ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 standards when required (assistance from a Software perspective only).

Requirements for the role:

• Hold a formal Electronic/controls qualification such as Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent recognised training.
• Have skills in Programmable logic controllers (PLC) (Omron, Allen Bradley), and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) & preferably experience with Wonderware. 
• Ability to read and understand Instrument and electrical drawings.
• ECI experience in a large-scale manufacturing/chemical facilities/plant within a software/controls function.            
• Experience in network infrastructure, architecture and administration (Desirable).
• Good understanding of Hazardous areas and its identification DSEAR/ATEX would be an advantage (Desirable).

How you will be rewarded:

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days' annual leave (varies for shift-based roles).

At JM, an inclusive culture is integral to our values and ambitions for the future. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career.  

Welcoming everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts allows us to bring many different voices and experiences together to tackle the world's biggest challenges. Being truly inclusive means that all colleagues feel valued for their differences, views and contributions, and feel a sense of belonging at JM.

Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns.

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