Process Control and Automation Engineer

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer?

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Do you hold strong knowledge of Process Control and Automation with Heavy Industry?

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Are you based in or around Port Talbot?

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In this hands‑on engineering role, you will act as the first line of defence for the Hot Mill-diagnosing electrical faults, troubleshooting PLC systems, maintaining AC/DC drives, and optimising continuous production.

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Role: Process Control and Automation

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Location: TATA Steel Port Talbot SA13 2NG, United Kingdom

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Hours: Mon-Fri, Day shifts, 36.5 hours per week

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Rate: £39,265 per annum + 10% Pension

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Start: ASAP, but pending the successful result of a medical, which does include a Drug and Alcohol test

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Responsibilities:

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• Provide a complete range of Engineering activities to optimise production within the Primary Operations work area (Slab Yards and Re-heat furnaces).
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• Act as the first point of contact to ensure the continued output of the Hot Mill.
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• Diagnose and rectify faults quickly on plant end devices, instrumentation, control systems, and electrical control systems of DC & AC drives and motors.
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• Issue permits on electrical systems once authorised and competent.
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• Ensure strict compliance with all Health and Safety requirements and implement the company Health and Safety Policy and relevant statutory duties.
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• React to engineering, quality, and safety issues as they arise in a timely and effective manner.
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• Actively contribute to all activities aimed at improving plant performance.
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Essential requirements:

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• Completed an approved Apprenticeship with a minimum of NVQ Level 3 Electrical (or equivalent).
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• Proven experience in a relevant position with a willingness to undertake further development and training.
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• Demonstrated good technical knowledge, along with specific knowledge and experience of fault finding and electrical systems/perimeter.
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• Strong knowledge and working experience with PLC programs, instrumentation, and control systems.
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• Good understanding of electrical control systems of DC & AC drives and motors.
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• Flexibility to work overtime around breakdowns and planned maintenance periods.
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Desirable requirements:

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• Advanced knowledge and experience working on PLC programs to diagnose faults and work on plant end devices and instrumentation.
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• Experience with HMI development and networks.
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• Low voltage authorisation.
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• Specific experience on DC and AC control and drives packages.
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• Direct experience working with Furnace and gas systems.
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Benefits:

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• 35 days holidays per annum
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• Annual Pay Review
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• Annual Bonus Scheme (subject to business performance)
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• One of the UK's leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)
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• Private Healthcare Scheme
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• Free onsite parking at all sites
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• Employee assistance programme
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• Exclusive online services including restaurant, local, and national retail discounts
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All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, medical check and reference check.

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