Controls Project Engineer

Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services, is currently recruiting for a Controls Project Engineer Contractor on behalf of Mars at their Plymouth site. This role is essential for delivering robust Electrical, Control, and Automation (EC&A) projects, driving technical execution, and ensuring the highest standards of safety and operational efficiency within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

As a Controls Project Engineer Contractor, you will provide critical technical expertise and day-to-day project support across electrical and automation initiatives. You will act as a pivotal bridge between cross-functional teams, contractors, and site stakeholders to ensure that engineering projects are scoped, designed, commissioned, and delivered safely, on time, and in strict alignment with Mars safety and quality standards.

• Project Support & Delivery:
  Deliver technical input into the scoping, design, and execution of engineering projects, including the preparation of technical documentation, specifications, and design reviews.
• Safety & Compliance:
  Issue work permits for contractors and ensure all engineering activities rigorously comply with Mars site safety procedures and regulatory standards.
• Testing & Commissioning:
  Attend and actively participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and support the commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization of automation systems.
• Stakeholder Management:
  Manage and collaborate with key stakeholders, including internal associates, external contractors, and suppliers, to maintain alignment on project timelines and objectives.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Contribute to a dynamic engineering team, sharing knowledge and best practices to enhance overall departmental capabilities.

• Education &
  
  Qualifications:
  
  A degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline. Professional certifications like PMP, NEBOSH, or PLC certifications (Siemens/Mitsubishi/Allen Bradley) are highly advantageous.
• Experience:
  
  A proven track record of delivering Controls, Automation, and Electrical projects, preferably within an FMCG or manufacturing/logistics environment.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Desirable hands-on experience with PLC systems (with a preference for Mitsubishi and/or Allen Bradley), SCADA, HMI, and industrial networks. Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities are essential.
• Soft Skills:
  
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders. You should be a collaborative team player who excels at managing multiple priorities in a dynamic setting.