Job Description
PLC Control Systems Engineer
Location: Glascoed, Pontypool, BAE Systems
Working Arrangements: 3 days a week onsite
Contract: 6-12 Months (37 hours per week)
Hourly Rate: £27.44 PAYE or £36.85 Umbrella
Role Overview:
Essential Requirements:
About BAE:
BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They’re experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, BAE Systems offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make a significant impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors.
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We’re proud Corporate Members of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower. If you need any adjustments at any stage - from application to interview or in your new role - please let us know. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
We believe diversity of thought and background makes us stronger and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and life experiences.
Location: Glascoed, Pontypool, BAE Systems
Working Arrangements: 3 days a week onsite
Contract: 6-12 Months (37 hours per week)
Hourly Rate: £27.44 PAYE or £36.85 Umbrella
Role Overview:
- Define and implement control system requirements for new machinery.
- Develop and validate processes that are robust, safe, and cost-effective.
- Specify, qualify, and commission new equipment in line with regulatory and safety standards.
- Modify PLC/HMI/SCADA programs and other programmable devices.
- Conduct and document Safety Integrity Level (SIL) and Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) activities.
- Provide expert input into tendering, commissioning, and qualification processes.
Essential Requirements:
- Proven experience with PLC systems (ideally TIA and Simatic Manager).
- Strong knowledge of Safety Integrity Levels (SIL) and related methodologies.
- A minimum HNC/HND in Electrical / Electronic / Systems Engineering (or equivalent).
About BAE:
BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They’re experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, BAE Systems offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make a significant impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors.
Inclusion statement
Outsource UK is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You'll receive fair consideration for your application regardless of your race, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age.
We’re proud Corporate Members of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower. If you need any adjustments at any stage - from application to interview or in your new role - please let us know. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
We believe diversity of thought and background makes us stronger and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and life experiences.