Automation Engineer Responsibilities: Work from an FDS or Control Philosophy to develop an IO list, hardware specification and PLC HMI programmes. On site commissioning of PLC system with electrical commissioning engineers. Implementing code changes on the automation systems under change control where required.
- Investigate and provide technical advice and support to process engineers and other engineering disciplines on automation related issues.
- Operate according to SOPs developed for site engineering and maintenance.
- Partner with different disciplines to deliver automation projects in accordance with guidelines.
- Generate documentation and SOPs associated with each of the Automation systems as required.
- Provide support to tendering department on Automation projects – specifying hardware, programming time etc.
- Manage the specification, development, installation and validation of automation projects within corporate guidelines.
- Support operations with technical queries. PLCs & HMIs: Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider or Unitronics
Requirements: Working Knowledge of any of the following;
- Field bus/Communication protocols: CanBus, DeviceNet, ControlNet, Profibus, CC-link, Modbus, Modbus TCP, Ethernet IP, ProfiNet
- SCADA Packages: Wonderware Intouch, Indusoft, Citect, Broadwin, Iconics and OPC Servers
Experience:
- Sc. degree in Engineering or equivalent, with particular emphasis in electrical, mechanical, electronic, automation and/or chemical discipline
- Minimum 3-5 years experience in industry, preferably in a water, wastewater or related industry
- We are also looking for graduates or electricians looking to upskill
- Experienced with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and vision systems in operating environment
Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience. Hybrid working. Pension contributions after 12 months. Employee welcome pack. Extended maternity benefits. Sponsored Chartership. Bike to work scheme. Training and development opportunities. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Health screening. Company vehicle, mobile phone and laptop. Free parking. Relocation opportunities. Further educational support and training.