Systems Control Engineer

Company Description

We are FBC UK, Fox's Burton's Companies! ……And we bake the UK's most incredible biscuits (we might be slightly biased, but we will leave that for you to judge). 

FBC UK was a match made in heaven, with two of the top UK biscuits manufacturers (Burton's Biscuits and Fox's Biscuits) coming together to create one unique, integrated company. 
We are home to famous iconic brands, including Maryland, Fox's, Jammie Dodger & Rocky, to name just a few. We are proud manufacturing partners to some of the biggest UK retailers and household names. We bake our incredible biscuits at eight bakeries across the UK, located at Isle of Arran, Livingston, Blackpool, Llantarnam, Edinburgh, Kirkham, Batley & Dorset and our HQ in St Albans. Together, we employ circa 4,000 amazing colleagues across all our locations.  

We are currently the second biscuit manufacturer in the UK market with a strong ambition of becoming UK Market Leader.

Whilst we know that we have delicious products we also know that that the key ingredient to our success is our people, and the passion we have for our brands. You could be the jammy to our dodger, party ring to our Fox’s or the choc-chip to our Maryland?!  We knead people with innovative ideas, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the commitment to drive FBC UK to success.

We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that feels empowered to build a fulfilling and successful career. By embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) we create a supportive environment for people to thrive and strive to have more positive impact. 

We understand that having formal and on-the-job learning opportunities is key to our colleagues’ professional and personal growth. We are committed to providing an environment where everyone can learn from each other and grow through a variety of learning experiences. 

Our colleagues make our business special. With strong community values, we believe FBC UK is a more prosperous and fun place to work when people feel free to be themselves. We believe in the power of being authentic, entrepreneurial and supporting each other whilst meeting our business goals. 
 

About the Role

Join our engineering team as a Systems Control Engineer where you will ensure the smooth operation of our plant and machinery. You'll manage system backups, address obsolescence risks, and develop electrician systems. Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager, support repairs, and respond to breakdowns to ensure equipment availability. Your expertise will drive our operational excellence and compliance.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure up-to-date backups for systems and PLC programs.
• Manage and plan for obsolescence risks.
• Develop electrician systems and controls.
• Support repairs and address inefficiencies in plant and machinery.
• Record control faults and follow-up actions.
• Adhere to company standards, hygiene, and safety rules.
• Assist Maintenance Manager for compliance and plant efficiency.
• Respond to control-related breakdowns and provide support outside normal working hours.

Key ingredients for the role:

• Qualified in electrical/electronic engineering (HNC/TEC level or equivalent).
• Proven experience in process/manufacturing or similar engineering industry.
• Knowledge of I.E.E electrical wiring regulations and Electricity at Work Regulations.
• Experience with single and three-phase distribution and control systems.
• Ability to read electrical circuit diagrams and use test equipment.
• Knowledge of PLC controlled systems and variable speed drives.
• Experience with process control systems (open and closed loop).
• Experience with electrical installation work (cable tray/trunking, conduits, SWA, pyro).
• Knowledge of thyristor control, integrated circuits, and basic electronic control circuits.
• Experience with instrumentation systems.
• Experience with process temperature and flow control systems.

Diversity Statement

FBC UK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at FBC UK. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.