# Senior Controls System Engineer at AM Global in North… > Senior Controls System Engineer at AM Global in North Yorkshire, United Kingdom. Category: Engineering Jobs. View full job details and apply now on… Senior Controls System Engineer # Senior Controls System Engineer AM Global ## Job Description Purpose As a key member of the EC&I Team, ensuring new and repeat batch processes are brought online on time and within budget. Provide technical support to the maintenance technicians. Support the Manufacturing facilities in production. Contribute and deliver capital projects. Ensure regulatory compliance. Main Tasks and Responsibilities Key Accountabilities Design, develop, and maintain control systems using Siemens PCS7 and S7 PLCs. Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues to minimize downtime and ensure continuous production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize process control and improve operational efficiency. Develop and implement control strategies for new and existing processes. Provide technical support, coaching and knowledge sharing to engineers, technicians and plant operators. Reason: This better reflects collaborative working and development across the workforce rather than focusing solely on hierarchical job levels. Participate in HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) studies and risk assessments, including Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA). Maintain accurate documentation of control systems and modifications. Implement and manage OT cybersecurity measures to protect control systems from cyber threats, ensuring compliance with IEC 62443 standards. Develop and maintain safety programming on PCS7, ensuring compliance with IEC 61511 standards. Manage alarm systems in accordance with IEC 62682 standards to ensure effective alarm management and operator response. Write and contribute to the development of process control narratives, User Requirement Specifications (URS), and Functional Design Specifications (FDS) documents Lead and participate in commissioning activities, including system testing, validation, and start-up support SHEQ Management Ensure compliance with COMAH regulations and other relevant safety standards. Team Building & Incentive Assist in the generation, data collection and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs). Organize and deliver SHE related training modules for staff. Communication Verbal and written communication within Engineering Team. Participate in interdepartmental communications. Confidentiality Follow company policies and procedures to keep confidentiality on sensitive information. Others Carry out other duties as directed by EC&I Engineering Leader Key Interactions Direction From EC&I Engineering Leader Head of Engineering and Maintenance Peers Control Systems Engineer Instrument Engineer Senior Instrument Engineer Electrical Engineer Skills & Qualifications Education Essential Degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification and/or relevant industry experience in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related discipline. Key Skills - Essential 1. Extensive experience with Siemens PCS7 and S7 PLCs. 2. Strong knowledge of COMAH regulations and safety standards. 3. Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex control system issues. 4. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. 5. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. 6. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Posted August 26, 2026 ## Related Jobs Cloud Engineer Anson Mccade Engineer AWS Cloud Engineer - Security and Intelligence Hackajob Ltd AWS Engineer Associate Electrical Design Engineer Building Services Morgan Hunt Group Limited Engineer Senior Electrical Design Engineer Building Services Morgan Hunt Group Limited Senior Engineer GCAP Lead Systems Engineer Hackajob Ltd Lead Engineer Lead Systems Engineer - MKO Radar Modes Hackajob Ltd Lead Engineer Electrical Project Engineer PSR Solutions Engineer Senior Civil Engineer in Leicester) Penguin Recruitment Senior Engineer ## Related Searches