• Job Description

  Req#: REF52555J

  Company Description

  Element Six, part of De Beers Group, is a global leader in the design, development and production of synthetic diamond and tungsten carbide supermaterials. We utilise the extreme properties of synthetic diamond to open up new possibilities in exciting areas such as quantum optics, acoustics and thermal conductivity.

  Our success comes from building strong, collaborative relationships, both internally in our extraordinary teams, and externally with our customers. We strive to deliver extreme performance and we seek talented, ambitious people who will thrive in an environment that fosters individuality, inclusivity, innovation and creativity.

  Job Description

  Working as the Controls & Instrumentation Engineer for Element Six you will be leading the development of best-in-class control disciplines to achieve operational results by delivering extremely high-reliability systems.

  Ideally, you will have knowledge of advanced process control (APC) and predictive maintenance (PdM).

  This position is for someone to lead the way and not follow. In the role you will be expected to:-

  • Design safe systems and always work safely
  • Propose solutions, create the business case and gain support for your projects
  • Design, purchase, develop, test and maintain systems
  • Analyse data and presenting findings in written reports
  • Working collaboratively with a team of engineers, technicians and internal departments to achieve your goals
  • Liaising with suppliers and contractors to obtain quotes and review contracts
  • Develop and nurture our engineering teams to improve their knowledge
  • Create test plans and associated documentation

  You will be a key member of the local team but also part of a group-wide structure supporting projects at other facilities.

  Duties and tasks

  • Machine and process automation support for existing automation systems as well as implementation of control systems for new process and support equipment.
  • Provide technical support for site control systems.
  • Assist with the implementation of manufacturing systems.
  • Project management.
  • Installation and maintenance of control system hardware and software.
  • Ensure control system documentation is maintained up to date.
  • Troubleshooting of Siemens PLC and electrical systems.

  Qualifications

  • You will require skills in programmable logic controllers (PLC), distributed control systems (DCS) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA). The site generally adopts Siemens systems, therefore familiarity with S300, S1200, S1500 and WinCC, would be beneficial.
  • Demonstrable experience of concurrent project delivery with strong and proactive stakeholder management skills
  • Strong analytical skills, be proficient in IT as you will be using MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams. A working understanding of Microsoft PowerApps, PowerBI and Power Queries is desirable.
  • You must have an adaptable approach and be able to use own initiative and work to tight deadlines with excellent communication, interpersonal and team working skills.
  • Experience with ATEX/DSEAR installations is desirable.
  • Collaborate and work well with peers in order to build rapport throughout the site with ability to influence and motivate, educating others with a best practice approach.

  Additional Information

  In exchange, we will offer a competitive salary, private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, electrical vehicle scheme and pension contributions matched to 7.5%.
  
  We also offer free fruit, cereal, tea and coffee along with a sports & social room to enjoy during your breaks.

  If you’re looking for a role within an innovative environment in an organisation that places people at the heart of its operations, we would like to hear from you!

• About the company

  Anglo American plc is a British multinational mining company with headquarters in London, England. It is the world's largest producer of platinum, with around 40% of world output, as well as being a major producer of diamonds, copper, nickel, iron ore, and metallurgical and thermal coal.

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