Senior Automation Engineer
We're partnering with a leading global manufacturer in the
medical device and life sciences
sector to identify a
Senior Automation Engineer
with strong, hands-on expertise in PLCs, vision systems, and equipment control.
Job Purpose:
You will provide support for both new and current manufacturing equipment in regard to design, installation, troubleshooting, performance and validation activities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Generate documentation for the detailed specification, design, development and testing of new equipment & automated systems
* Develop detailed knowledge & understanding in all aspects of automation systems including PLC, HMI, vision, robotics, PC software and databases.
* Develop a detailed understanding of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and use of same to drive optimum equipment utilisation/operation.
* Identify equipment & automated system upgrades as part of continuous improvement programs, improving equipment/systems in terms of performance, qualify & availability.
* Provide technical support and make informed decisions on hardware and architecture selection
* Analyse, understand & fault-find as necessary on complex automation equipment
* Develop, test and install code changes to existing equipment under change control
* Maintain comprehensive documentation of code to medical device standards
* Actively participate among cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and to required quality standards.
Education & Experience:
* Degree in Automation/Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Software or related Engineering discipline with at least 5 years relevant experience
* Experience working with automation systems & automated production equipment essential
* Excellent working knowledge of PLCs: Allen Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, GE Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Omron, Toshiba etc.
* Experience of HMI or SCADA programming and configuration
* Hands-on working experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC's a distinct advantage.
* Hands-on working experience with Robotics & Vision system applications is an advantage
* Excellent analytical and Technical problem-solving skills essential
* Strong organisational skills
* Strong Leadership & Influencing skills
* Works well within a team environment and on own initiative
* Ability to document own work clearly and precisely
* Excellent communication skills