Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Lead Automation Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation technologies, a proven track record of improving manufacturing efficiency, and the ability to lead complex projects from conception to completion.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design, develop, and implement automation solutions for high-volume manufacturing processes.
* Execute the developed solutions within a regulated environment, ensuring proper change management processes are followed internally and with customers.
* Lead the planning, execution, and commissioning of automation projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
* Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation system issues, minimizing downtime and maximizing production output.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and maintenance, to optimize manufacturing processes.
Requirements:
* Strong proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Allen-Bradley), HMI development, and SCADA systems.
* Familiarity with software applications (C, C++, Python etc) and the suitability of or interaction between PC & PLC based solutions.
* Experience with robotics, vision systems, and other automation technologies.
* Experience of machine safety and associated regulations from equipment design through documentation.
* Mechanical and/or electrical hands-on experience in troubleshooting, diagnosing and guiding technicians to repair a complex machine in a high-volume environment.