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The Process Engineering sector has been a cornerstone of ATA's engineering recruitment activities for nearly two decades. We have worked extensively with both systems integrators and equipment manufacturers within the process engineering supply chain to provide high calibre, hard to find candidates. Our knowledge of Food, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Brewing, Water and other process sectors allows us to quickly understand the niche and technically complex roles that companies need to fill, and understand the key questions required to create a rigorous and effective candidate screening process.
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Latest Jobs In Process Engineering
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
£28 - 30 per hour
Bradford
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Initial 3-month contract – extension likely Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire Rate: £28.00 - £30.00p/h (Limited - Outside IR35/ PAYE/ Umbrella) Shifts: Double Days - 6-2/ 2-10 Heavy Industrial / manufacturing / process / mechanical I am currently recruiting for a mechanical maintenance engineer on a contract basis for a key client based in the Bradford, West Yorkshire area. They specialise in the process of heavy-duty materials operating in the textile industry. The role of Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will involve the following: Reactive breakdowns & PPM work Working on capital plant and machinery such as conveyors, pumps, gearboxes water treatment, bearings etc Working to safety standards within an industrial process environment Ensuring the required data is logged and reported as per internal process Contribute to continuous Improvement As Maintenance Engineer you will need the following skills and attributes: Mechanical engineering time served apprenticeship or equivalent Welding to tight tolerances (preferable) Industrial manufacturing environment – reactive / work under pressure Pro-active, driven, ability to work independently Attention to detail, suggest improvements The benefits of working for this company will include: Outside IR35 Ltd co. suitable Potential for extensions Needs own tools Small team, independent role, work autonomously, responsible person I am looking to speak to talented mechanical maintenance engineers who are looking for a rewarding and challenging contract position. For more information, please contact Luke Corr – Recruitment Manager at ATA Recruitment. ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website - By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Process Controls Engineer
£50 - 55 per hour
Immingham
** Process Controls Engineer ** Northeast Lincolnshire 24-month full time contract OUTSIDE IR35 - LTD Rate: £50 - £55 PER HOUR 36.5 hours per week. Days only. Monday to Friday. Process Control / Chemical plant / manufacturing / DeltaV / SCADA HMI I am recruiting for a global leading process manufacturing organisation, who are an established supplier of fundamental products and materials to wider global markets. Due to continued growth, they are looking to align global processes and control systems. They require an experienced Process Controls Engineer on an interim basis for an initial 12 month contract (with likely extension), to oversee the continued maintenance and upgrade of existing control systems and processes. For this position of Process Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for the following duties: Maintain the upkeep of the process control systems and applications Ensuring everything is backed Up Support Process Improvement and Process Engineering teams in the development and programming of control sequences Utilizing standards developed for programming of DCS, ESD and SCADA HMI packages Examine and translate users' requirements and/or equipment-related process control queries into appropriate solutions Develop/update standards for any new/modified control system architecture Ensure change management practices are followed when altering the control system Provide input on new technologies considered and stay abreast of technology development and its application, i.e. Advanced Process Control. Develop recommendations for the improvement of infrastructure Assist with operational implementation of the process control and infrastructure modifications and upgrades Provide technical expertise in support of capital projects, process evaluation, and project modifications The successful Process Controls Engineer will need to have the following attributes: HNC/HND/Degree in Electrical/Controls (EC&I) or similar Demonstrate relevant experience in Process Control and Safety Shutdown hardware, software and configuration Emerson DeltaV experience essential ABB System6 experience would be an advantage Experience within a continuous manufacturing process environment (ideally a top-tier COMAH site) preferred Demonstrated ability to understand fault-finding, diagnostic and problem-solving techniques using Process Control systems and Data Historian. Experience in communication systems such as OPC, Modbus, ethernet networking would be advantageous The benefits of this position: Working for a world class global leading organisation Ability to work on tasks and complete jobs autonomously Long term contract position Suitable for Ltd Co Contractors I am looking to speak to experienced Controls Process Engineers who are looking for a highly challenging and rewarding position. For more information please contact Jon Caruso - Contract Recruiter at ATA Recruitment. ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website - By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Software Controls Engineer
£40 - 45 per hour
Blackburn
** Software Controls Engineer ** Location: Manchester / Lancashire / Northwest Duration: 3-month contract (likely longer) / Outside IR35 Rate 40.00p/h - £45p/h DOE Industrial Ovens / Conveyors / HMI upgrade / VIA automation / Siemens / Mitsubishi / Food I am currently recruiting on behalf of a key client based in the Northwest, close to Lancashire M65 corridor, who are a leading capital machinery manufacturer. They operate in the design, manufacture and installation of special purpose machinery & conveyors into fast paced FMCG & food processing industries. Due to continued growth, they are looking for experienced Software Controls Engineer to join their team on an interim basis. Initially this contract/project will be for 3 months. The successful Software Controls Engineer will require to conduct the following daily duties: Responsible for the development/re-writing of code VIA automation on x2 HMIs Utilising VIA / Mitsubishi initially, as well Siemens and Allen Bradley software Development of new features through the development of code Low level interface conducting the whole process from scratch Utilising some blocks from existing library and standard platforms Working on industrial ovens and conveyors Going to site to install the new HMI modules and ensure they pass fit for purpose The successful Software Controls Engineer will need to have the following attributes: Experienced on multiple software development and unified HMI Familiarity with fast paced food manufacture and processing industries HNC/HND/Degree level electrical/software/systems Engineering or similar ideally The benefits of this position: Highly project-based Special Purpose machinery and capital equipment engineering environment Responsible role to see through development to site commission High end software integration Some travel will be required and commissioning around the Northwest region and into Yorkshire on occasion Outside IR35 suitable – Limited co. or PAYE I am looking to speak to talented Software Controls Engineers who are looking for a rewarding and highly challenging position. For more information, please contact Luke Corr, Contract Recruitment Manager at ATA Recruitment. ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing and Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website - By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Project Manager - Food process
£380 - 400 per day
West Yorkshire
** Project Manager – Food process ** Rate: £380 - £400 per day Initial 3-month contract (likelihood of extension) Outside IR35 (Limited Co. contractor suitable) Location: Bradford / Leeds / Huddersfield / Halifax / Wakefield Project management / Process / Mechanical / Food / Manufacturing / Packaging Our client: Our client specialise in the supply and installation of process engineering equipment into the pharma, food and beverage industries. They offer a full turnkey solution, full project management to installation & handover, across the UK. They are recruiting for an experienced Project Manager, for an initial 3-month contract, with the strong likelihood of extension due to upcoming project wins. For the position of Project Manager, you will require to conduct the following daily duties: Reporting to the Engineering Director with project updates and any issues where necessary, raising snags as early as possible Full project lifecycle, including producing quotations, costs & estimates, and managing budgets & commercials Keep a close eye on finances & schedules Make sure the projects are completed on time Chairing project meetings Liaising with all internal teams to ensure timescales and plans are being adhered Managing multiple projects with a value ranging from £200k up to £3million Managing customers daily to ensure their requirements are met The successful Project Manager, will need to have the following attributes: Apprentice trained ideally to NVQ L3/HNC Engineering (desirable but not essential) Experience with process engineering, preferably food / beverage industries A strong communicator, leader, organised, flexible mindset, strive for excellence Strong background in costing & estimating jobs Highly fluent I.T. skills – working on Microsoft Office packages & Outlook Flexible to work in the office, and travel to customer sites when required The benefits of this position: Working with a highly reputable engineering projects organisation Further contract project scope within the business Outside IR35 – Limited company suitable I am looking to speak to talented Project Managers with food process manufacturing experience, who are looking for a rewarding and challenging position. For more information on this please contact Luke Corr, Contract Recruitment Manager at ATA Recruitment. ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website - By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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