DCS Engineer

DCS Engineer – Control Systems Certain Advantage is seeking a DCS Engineer to join a dynamic team in Kent within a high-performance, safety-driven organisation in the energy sector.The Company We’re proud to be working with an industry leader committed to operational excellence and sustainable energy solutions. With a strong track record in delivering reliable plant operations and process innovation, this organisation is looking for a skilled DCS Engineer to take ownership of their critical control systems.The Role This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced DCS Engineer to lead the maintenance and development of Yokogawa Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and other essential plant-wide control systems. You’ll play a key role in enhancing system performance, driving reliability, and supporting future upgrades and efficiency initiatives.Key responsibilities include:

• Managing, maintaining, and upgrading the Yokogawa DCS and other site-wide control systems
• Leading and delivering process and equipment upgrade projects
• Troubleshooting system issues and performing timely repairs
• Administering system access and ensuring logic control security
• Supporting auxiliary field systems such as turbine and emissions controls
• Keeping detailed records and backups of system modifications
• Collaborating with maintenance teams and contractors
• Evaluating and implementing system software updates
• Developing process monitoring tools to drive performance improvements

The Individual We’re looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of control systems, especially Yokogawa Centum VP and Exaquantum
• Proficiency in PLCs, Siemens Simatic Step7, and industrial communication protocols
• Experience managing projects using Microsoft Project
• Familiarity with CMMS systems (ideally Q4) and proactive maintenance strategies

Benefits

• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• On-the-job training and progression
• Recognition scheme
• 25 days holiday, with the option to purchase more.

Ready to lead impactful bids and shape the future of waste management? Apply today! Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to match top talent with the right opportunities. Whether you're looking to make a big impact or take the next step in your career, we’re here to support you. We work with businesses across the UK in Engineering, IT, Finance, and Marketing. If this role isn’t for you, visit certainadvantage.co.uk to sign up for job alerts and career advice.