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Our client, a leading manufacturing company in Drogheda, requires an experienced
Control Systems Engineer
. Reporting into the Engineering Manager, the successful candidate work in a production facility,using the most advanced, energy-efficient technology, creating a range of exceptional products. The company is part of a global organisation offering exciting possibilities for progression.
Role
* Responsibility for the Siemens PCS7 central control system on-site, ensuring it operates efficiently and effectively.
* Network Owner, responsible for all servers and control system software and communication.
* Design and programming of software for projects and plant modifications as required.
* Software modifications, fault finding, PID loop set-up and tuning, and assistance to engineers on control systems issues.
* Commissioning and signal checking for projects and plant modifications.
* Maintenance of operator stations and plant visualisation software.
* To coordinate the uploading of new software and upgrades where necessary.
* Coordinate activities with expert engineers from Control System suppliers
Requirements:
* Degree or similar qualification in a technical engineering related discipline.
* Experience of PCS7, Step 7, Simatic Manager and WinCC. preferred
* Min 5 years' relevant hands-on experience in industry
* Experience with Windows operating systems, security and network configuration.
* Experience with the following PLC programming languages: CFC, FBD and STL.
* Some exposure to SQL and a high-level programming language.
* Knowledge of system archiving/restoration and OT cyber security tools and practices.
* Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
* The successful candidate will receive the necessary training to broaden their existing knowledge.