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Amentum Control Systems Testing Engineer - hybrid in Birchwood, United Kingdom
We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.
People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.
About the opportunity
Everything we do - whether Aerospace, Defence, Intelligence, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Nuclear, Automotive, or Telecommunications - is more than just a project. It is our challenge as human beings, too. That is why we bring a thoughtful and collaborative approach to every one of our partnerships.
It is our promise to challenge the status quo as we redefine how to solve the world's greatest challenges and transform big ideas into intelligent solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
For our Control Systems Framework, we are looking for a Project Manager. This position will be based out of one of our offices in Warrington or Westlakes Industrial Estate.
Scope:
You will be responsible for planning and prioritise their own work in delivering the testing and validating of PLC / HMI / SCADA solutions in a highly regulated nuclear industry.
This role involves working closely with engineering, design, and development teams to identify, document, and troubleshoot issues in control systems across various platforms.
The Test Engineer will design test plans, generate test specifications, execute testing procedures, identify and diagnose faults, and provide solutions where possible.
System Validation: Perform rigorous testing on hardware, software, and integrated systems to verify compliance with technical specifications and regulatory standards.
Troubleshooting and Diagnostics: Identify, analyse, and troubleshoot issues within control systems and components; work collaboratively with design and development teams to address root causes.
Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation of testing activities, results, and system configurations; prepare detailed test reports, logs, and corrective action summaries.
Ensure all testing activities comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality and safety procedures
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Control Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience in control systems testing or a similar role in an engineering environment.
Proficiency in control systems, embedded systems, and related hardware/software; experience with PLCs, HMI/SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus).
Hands-on experience with testing tools and equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, data acquisition systems, and automation/simulation software.
Our Culture:
Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.
We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centered on inclusion and diversity.
We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
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