Automation Project Manager
The Automation Project Manager is responsible for delivering complex automation projects on time and within budget.
This role requires a proven track record of success in working on and delivering automation projects of varying complexity.
The successful candidate will have excellent project management skills, be able to lead cross-functional teams, and liaise with senior management to ensure the successful completion of projects.
* Proficient in PLC programming, preferably using Beckhoff packages.
* Excellent fault finding and problem-solving skills are essential.
* Design and execute control systems for industrial automation equipment from concept to debugging PLC programs.
* Install and validate new or upgraded equipment into operation, assisting the validation team.
* Work as part of the digitalisation team to develop the factory of the future project.
* Ensure compliance with SOP's and maintain technical documentation.
* Develop and execute upgrades on current equipment to improve functionality, output, and safety.
* Manage external relationships with technology providers and integrators.
* Design test equipment and create validated test procedures for process testing to demonstrate compliance with internal and external requirements.
* Lead design activities with internal and external contributors.
* Support and communicate effectively with the Automation Manager to define work packages, plan, and organise automation activities.
* Capable of working independently to scope, investigate, and identify key technology drivers to complex automation challenges.
* Identify improvement opportunities and provide business case analysis to quantify and justify automation projects.
* Analyse data from proof of concepts, leading to the development, implementation, and verification of approved solutions and technology.
* Develop detailed URS documents, engineering documents, and protocols.
* Carry out detailed design reviews with external vendors on custom automation solutions.
* Support systems for machine networks to ensure site backups and recovery procedures.
* Provide support to run and maintain the automation systems in production.
* Safety and integration of equipment are carried out as per best practice, delivering CE standard equipment.
Requirements
Third level degree or higher in controls, electrical, electronic, or related disciplines.
Over six years' experience in an automated environment with a proven track record of success.
Knowledge of medical device processes with a good understanding of product and process design.
Experience with CAD packages beneficial.
Industrial automation design experience.
Knowledge of industrial automation/robotics.
Vision system experience.
Ability to set up and execute experiments in a lab setting to close knowledge gaps.
Benefits
* Attractive salary package.
* Defined contribution pension plan.
* Health insurance cover.
* Life assurance.
* Health and wellbeing events calendar.
* Excellent career progression opportunities.
* Recognition scheme.
* Free parking.
* Educational assistance.
* Internal training courses.
* Quality subsidised canteens and barista service.
* Active sports and social club.
* We are global.