The Automation Technician is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting various automated machines. They will be part of designing new equipment, programming, simulating, and testing automated machinery and processes to complete exact tasks. The automation Technician will be involved with reading and understanding schematics for automation components and ability to use CAD software and analyse production processes to assess automation’s best use.Key responsibilities include:Work on custom automation solutions, introducing new transfer equipment through validation into a controlled production environment.Assist and perform FAT/SAT at automation vendors.Carry out full validation IQ/OQ/PQ handover to production of new automation equipment.Write validation reports as per defined protocols.Isolate, replicate, and report defects to the relative teams.Implement improvements with measurable results in savings, revenue, or quality.Program, configure, and integrate new equipment into existing systems.Assist Engineer and support to fellow team members.Provide technical support and training to other department resources.Assist in the development of internal training programs, activities, and initiatives.Verify accuracy of energy monitoring, energy reports, and calibration procedures.Complete all work each day in a safe manner.Assist in planning, organizing, monitoring, and oversight of all phases of test automation.Prepare reports summarizing information or trends related to automation.Maintain correct stock levels of repair or replacement parts.Develop and document process for internal automation and development projects.Actively support/solve intensified issues from both internal and external customers.Actively participate in design and code reviews from functional teams.Actively work with the customer to optimize the automation performance to deliver contracted KPIs.Assist in scheduling and defining resource needs.Lead the auditing of all current processes to identify opportunities for further automation.Develop and execute performance test scripts specific to the product needs.Take lead in develop resilient continuous integration and delivery automation pipelines.Perform/lead test execution for both project and support related activities.Travel to automation vendors.Key requirements include:Proficiency in maintaining automation equipmentExperience with robotics, AI, machine learning vision systemsSolid understanding of computer programming and software developmentDesign migration - Ability to troubleshoot equipment and perform complex system tests, alongside simulating protocols to validate that the machinery can do what is has been designed forStrong leadership and problem-solving skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailCreative thinking skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong analytical skillsAbility to communicate well with other members of the development teamExcellent manual dexterityExtensive stakeholder management and collaboration both internally and externallyContinual process improvementTechnical report writingTechnical mentorship trainingAbility to keep up with the latest technologiesA desire to continually upgrade technical knowledgeExploring and implementing new ways to automate systemsProgramming new automated components – planning and constructing systems that can monitor and control physical processes, control circuits, networked systems, sensors/actuators etcUnderstanding of coding and programmingIdentifying quality issues and writing reportsEliminating defects and errors with product and software developmentMinimum requirements:Bachelor’s Degree in electrical Technicianing, mechanical Technicianing, mechatronics, computer science Technicianing or similar field5+ years previous experience in an automation role (preferably within injection moulding)Strong understanding of various automation tools – controls, computers, measurement sensors, actuators, automation testing softwarePrevious project administration/management an advantageValidation experience requiredExperience with PLC, Agile, HMI, APIs, and SQL software and systemsExperience with cloud, Python, SCADA, C, and JAVA software and systemsMGS Mfg. Group Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.
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