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Principal Control Systems Engineer Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.Copello are working with a defence client who are recruiting an experienced Control Systems Engineer, who has PLC and SCADA experience. This position offers the unique opportunity to design, develop, and maintain cutting-edge PLC and HCI solutions for management systems. You will play a critical role in both the development of the product and the continued support in regard to in-service and through life operational capability, supporting mission-critical naval operations.This role is ideal for engineers familiar with PLCs and large infrastructure SCADA solutions, with a specific focus on functional safety and product security.Responsibilities:Capture, interpret and develop customer requirementsProduce technical documentation in accordance with company/customer proceduresSpecify, design and test solutions for PLC control systemsManage data communications with third party equipmentDevelop PLC software from multiple design formats such as Block Diagrams, Flow Charts or Pseudo CodeValidate software designs through analysis and testSupport the preparation of contract changes and proposalsBe aware of and comply with company standards of conduct and all relevant statutory requirementsProvide input to project meetings and team briefingsUndertake any other reasonable task as requestedWe are looking for:Design and integration of large-scale PLC Control Systems Experience of Fault Tolerant, High Availability and Safety Integrated PLC SolutionsExperience of Industrial Communication protocols and networking standards such as; Profibus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, ModBus, TCP/IP, UDP and ASCIIProduction of technical documentationSCADA/PLC interfacing and driver configurationSoftware development lifecycles, processes and procedures5+ years in a PLC engineering environmentUnderstanding of testing and commissioningDegree, HNC, HND or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic engineering or a related discipline e.g. C&I engineering, Systems engineeringExperience within Defence, Maritime (Ships machinery and control systems), Aerospace, or a similarly regulated industrial sector (e.g. Oil & Gas, Pharma or End-to-End Involvement: Be part of a team responsible for the development of ICS products, playing a critical role in ensuring the security, performance, and compliance of these cutting-edge systems.Please note, SC clearance must be obtainable for this role If you feel you have the skills and experience please apply now, or send an up to date version of your CV to emmaw@copello.co.uk and we will be in touch for a further conversation.