A Medical Device manufacturing company is seeking a skilled Automation Technician to join its engineering team. This is a hands-on role in a high performance manufacturing environment, where you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimising automation and control systems to ensure maximum production efficiency and reliability. This position operates on a 4 cycle shift system.
Key Responsibilities
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment, robotics, and control systems.
• Perform fault-finding on electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Assist with the commissioning and integration of new automation systems, including programming adjustments and configuration.
• Support engineering and production teams during new product introductions and process improvements.
• Work closely with equipment suppliers and contractors during installation, testing, and validation phases.
• Document all maintenance activities in line with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all automation systems comply with safety, quality, and environmental standards, including ISO 13485 and ISO 14001.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and reliability.
Requirements
• Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation, or related engineering qualification (minimum Level 6).
• 2+ years' experience working with automation systems in a manufacturing environment (injection moulding or medical devices preferred).
• Strong knowledge of PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar), robotics, sensors, and vision systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Experience in preventative maintenance and fault-finding on complex automated equipment.
• Understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with CMMS systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Willingness to work a 4-cycle shift system.