Job Description
We are partnering with a leading company in the medical device industry to recruit a systems technician to join their growing team in Galway on a permanent contract.
About the role:
As a systems technician, you will support ongoing development to a number of high-speed automated production lines and new product introductions, particularly focusing on PLC controlled equipment, vision systems, revision control systems and manufacturing data integrity and security.
* Manage and support the existing automation infrastructure for optimal performance and minimized downtime.
* Collaborate with the IT group, application group, and external technical resources to provide comprehensive support of all automation and information systems and technologies.
* Provide solutions that implement industry best practices to deliver improved productivity, quality, and efficiency throughout the organization.
* Install and deploy systems, software, and peripherals as required, liaising with external vendors and service contractors as appropriate. Source appropriate equipment and services through liaison with the purchasing department.
* Provide technical direction for all new infrastructure developments, in agreement with the engineering manager. Benchmark system performance and provide regular reports.
* Interface with corporate information systems on standards, support, and new infrastructure developments. Perform system backups and recovery.
* Ensure system connectivity of all servers, shared software, and other applications.
* Provide regular reports to management and deliver projects within agreed timeframes and budgets. Document all aspects of system support including all procedures to ISO standards.
* Provide innovative inputs to new production lines in the areas of control, data collection, motive power, robotics, vision systems, and communications.
* Install, configure, and maintain computer networks, including LANs, WANs, and intranets.
Required Skills and Qualifications
A degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years' relevant experience in Medical Devices or a related field.
Experience with PLC programming, in-line vision systems, barcode systems, network topology, PC application software, Remote I/O, systematic troubleshooting/problem-solving skills is essential.
Knowledge of variable frequency drive technology, experience of TCP/IP and Wide Area Network architectures, programming of Allen-Bradley Controllogix5000 and PLC5, Visual Basic applications is highly desirable.
Benefits
This is a permanent contract opportunity with excellent benefits and career growth opportunities.
Others
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and skilled systems technician to join our team and contribute to the success of our organization.