Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to expand on your Technician experience with world class Automation equipment? Then we have the role for you.Manages and supports the existing Automation infrastructure for optimal performance and minimized downtime.Collaborates with the IT Group, Application Group, and External Technical Resources to provide comprehensive support of all Automation and Information Systems and Technologies.Provides Final Third Level support on all technical issues.Provides solutions, which implement industry best practice to deliver improved productivity, quality and efficiency throughout the organization.Installs and deploys systems, software and peripherals as required, liaising with external vendors and service contractors as appropriate. Sources appropriate equipment and services through appropriate liaison with purchasing department.Provides technical direction for all new infrastructure developments, in agreement with the Engineering Manager. Benchmarks system performance and provides regular reports.Interfaces 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.Provides regular reports to Management and delivers projects within agreed time-frames and budgets. Documents all aspects of system support including all procedures to ISO standards.Provides innovative inputs to new production lines in the areas of control, data collection, motive power, robotics, vision systems and communications.Installing, configuring, and maintaining computer networks, including LANs, WANs, and intranets.Qualifications:Degree/Diploma (Level 7/8) in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 2-4 years' relevant experience in Medical Devices or suppliers.Experience required with PLC programming, in-line vision systems, barcode systems, network topology, PC application software, Remote I/O, systematic troubleshooting / problem solving skills.Knowledge of electrical systemsKnowledge of Variable Frequency Drive Technology Experience of TCP/IP and Wide Area Network architectures.Programming of Allen-Bradley Controllogix5000 and PLC5 Visual Basic applications.Equipment and Software Validation, FAT/SAT.An ability to demonstrate a high level of technical ability, with hands on approach to solvingtechnical issuesGood interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team Someone who is Resourceful,hands-on and enjoys a challenge Knowledge of robotics, vision system and debugs analysis Good analytical skillsGood risk assessment methodology