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Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer role in Erith CFC, front line support.
Internal Board - for Logistics Hourly Paid Employees Only
On-Site
United Kingdom
Undisclosed salary
Job Description
Ocado Technology is seeking a Controls Engineer to join their team at the Customer Fulfilment Centre in Erith. This role involves day-to-day reactive and planned engineering activities and improvement works. The Controls Engineer will provide front-line support to the Ocado Automation Control team, ensuring control issues, including PLC code-related issues, are investigated and resolved quickly.

Responsibilities include:
  • Activating pre-defined workarounds or making temporary modifications to PLC code.
  • Working with the Automation Control team to diagnose and deploy code fixes.
  • Investigating live production control systems (hardware and software).
  • Carrying out planned maintenance across the site.
  • Analysing data to improve MHE performance.

Requirements:
  • Good technical & experienced hands-on ability relating to automation hardware and software.
  • A good understanding of DC motor controls and PLC control system architecture and field control devices.
  • Online code monitoring, modification and development with Siemens S7 300/400 PLC’s.
  • Experience with SCADA and Siemens HMI systems.
  • Electrical/Electronic knowledge to component level.
  • Experience in a warehouse, distribution, production or FMCG environment.
  • Understanding of Control System Communication Protocols such as WCS and WMS systems.
  • Good communication, organisation and planning skills.
  • Sound analytical skills.

What Ocado offers:
  • 264 hours annual leave (rising after 5 years), plus the option to buy more
  • Private Medical Insurance from your first month, wellbeing support through specialist apps and EAP, plus Income Protection and Life Assurance.
  • 22 weeks paid maternity/primary carer leave and 6 weeks paid paternity leave (after qualifying period).
  • Pension with employer matching up to 7%, share schemes (Sharesave & BAYE), and interest-free loans for train tickets.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • 15% off at Ocado.com with free delivery (starting in your first month).
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Internal Board - for Logistics Hourly Paid Employees Only

Ocado Technology provides cutting-edge cloud, robotics, AI, and IoT solutions to global grocery retailers through the Ocado Smart Platform. This platform powers highly automated Customer Fulfilment Centres, enabling efficient online grocery delivery. The company specializes in the development, implementation, and support of advanced automation products. Ocado Technology values innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering robust and reliable technology solutions that drive success for its partners worldwide. It's committed to fair and equal employment.

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