Kanadevia Inova North America

Automation and Control System Specialist

Kanadevia Inova North America  •  Farnborough, GB (Onsite)  •  5 days ago
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Job Description

Welcome to Kanadevia Inova, a global innovation leader in the waste infrastructure space, where we believe in creating a sustainable future through technology and innovation.

Transforming Waste into Value

At Kanadevia Inova, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of waste-to-X technology. We are not just waste managers; we are creators of value from what communities discard. Your role at Kanadevia Inova directly contributes to turning something once considered useless - waste - into something invaluable: energy, heat, hydrogen, fertilizer, and beyond..

Find out more about Kanadevia Inova at www.kanadevia-inova.com.

Kanadevia Inova are recruiting an Automation & Control System Specialist to establish the digital services execution team to deliver and support digital services projects and provide control system support for our Operation and Maintenance sites. This will be a UK home based role supporting our site where you will be responsible for but not limited to;

  • Control System Maintenance & Support Provide technical support, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting for control systems such Siemens PCS7.
  • System Upgrades & Configuration: Configure and upgrade control systems to meet evolving operational requirements, including hardware upgrades, software patches, and control strategy improvements.
  • Troubleshooting & Diagnostics: Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues involving hardware, software, Networks and field instruments to minimize system downtime.
  • System Commissioning: Assist in the commissioning and start-up of new control systems, including hardware installation, software configuration, and system integration.
  • Customer Training & Support: Provide training and technical support to customers on system operation, maintenance best practices, and safety protocols.

The above job duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature of the work and are not intended to be an inclusive list of all responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may change or vary depending on the specific needs of the business.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field.
  • Solid experience working with industrial control systems, specifically Siemens PCS7, TIA Portal
  • Hands-on experience with control system integration, HMI/SCADA systems, and field instrumentation.
  • Proficiency in control logic development (PLC/DCS) and system design.
  • Familiarity with industry protocols (e.g., Profibus, Modbus, OPC, Ethernet/IP).
  • Strong knowledge of servers, database systems and data historians

Additional Information

  • Competitive basic salary plus car allowance
  • 60-80% travel mostly UK and potential need for international travel.
  • Required to be included in the Call Out Rota. On the days rostered there is a daily call out allowance with overtime paid if physically required to attend site
  • Reasonable subsistence expenses relating to business travel, accommodation lodge allowance.
  • Annual performance reviews and bonus awards
  • Pension scheme, life insurance, Private Medical and Dental
  • Tailored learning and development opportunities

For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.

Kanadevia Inova North America

About Kanadevia Inova North America

Kanadevia Inova is a global greentech leader that pioneers innovative solutions for the energy transition and circular economy.

The North American Kanadevia Inova group is headquartered in Knoxville (TN) with additional locations in San Luis Obispo (CA), and Montreal (CAN). Focusing on holistic Waste-to-X and RNG installations, the company offers full circular solutions along the complete life cycle of all their installations.

Based in Zurich and employing more than 3,300 people in 17 countries, Kanadevia Inova specializes in waste to x (WtX) and renewable gas (RG), delivering turnkey systems that transform waste into valuable resources through cutting-edge technology.

As part of Kanadevia Corporation, our mission is to bring value to communities and contribute to a future free of wasted waste. We take an innovative approach at every stage, from project development, engineering and construction (EPC) to end-to-end support throughout a plant’s life cycle. By integrating advanced technology and continuous research and development, we ensure each project is tailored to achieve optimal performance.

With over 1,600 reference projects completed globally, our team delivers innovative, customer-centric solutions to both established leaders and partners in emerging markets.

If you’re ready to be part of a team that’s pushing the boundaries of innovation and sustainability towards a future free of wasted waste, join our community of 3,000 talented professionals who make an impact every day.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Knoxville, Tennessee
Year Founded
Unknown
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