RESPONSIBILITIESDevelop an in-depth knowledge of all control systems currently in use across the entire site including PLC’s, motion systems, vision systems, electrical & safety systems and networksOperate as point of contact person for all automation related line down issues and projectsWork closely with engineers and cross functional teams in monitoring equipment performance using proven troubleshooting and problem solving techniques / methods to solve to root cause and improve OEEPerform DOE’s to attain optimal performance settings for equipment / processSupport the continuous improvement of all automated equipment using Lean / Six Sigma and Project Management techniquesEnsure all new equipment and tasks are risk assessed, support investigation and near miss resolution, and proactively drive actions to reduce safety risksSupport plant wide automation change control and manage software revision control systems in full compliance with business quality systemsCarry out other relevant tasks as required by the Senior Automation EngineerEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSGood knowledge of Electrical & Automation Systems associated with high volume manufacturing equipment and hold a Third Level Qualification in one of those disciplines or the National Craft Certificate together with additional specialized training and experience.PREVIOUS EXPERIENCEAt least 5 years’ experience in a similar role with Equipment Automation, Software or related experienceProficient in Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation PLC products with an ability to understand complex programming functions and write code from specificationA proven track record in solving automation problems to root cause using structured problem solvingExperience of High Speed Vision systems (Cognex) and Control Networks & Communication Systems (ControlNet, DeviceNet, Ethernet)Good understanding of Motion Control Systems (Allen Bradley, Emerson, Linmot)Experience of development, deployment & maintenance of SCADA / HMI systems (Allen Bradley, Schneider)Creative thinking team player with excellent communication skills, an ability to work on their own initiative combined with the ability to work seamlessly across various departments
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