This is an exciting opportunity for a career in the realm of Industry 4.0. It is a growing company that is shaping the future of automation and robotics. We are looking for an ambitious professional to join a company that designs and manufactures bespoke robotics-based automation solutions. It supplies high-performance production and packaging lines to growing base of international industry-leading clients in the Pharma, Life Sciences, MedTech, and premium Food markets. We are actively recruiting for Automation Engineers of all levels to support our growth. Note this role will come with a degree of travel domestically and internationally, with high travel periods to support installs and our installed equipment base at customer sites. Automation Engineer Duties: Support and often lead the design and development of software for PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, motion control, vision systems, and robotic solutions. Define and review system requirements, functional specifications, and design documents. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration of software with mechanical and electrical systems. Champion software validation and compliance with relevant industry regulations (e.g., GAMP 5, 21 CFR Part 11). Provide hands-on development, debugging, and troubleshooting support on projects. Drive continuous improvement in software development practices and tools. Mentor junior software engineers Essential Requirements Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering, Automation, or a related discipline. Experience in industrial automation software development - Variety of roles available, from Graduate to Senior. Expertise in programming PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, Schneider EcoStruxure). Hands-on experience with HMI systems, motion control, and safety integration. Understanding of pharmaceutical and/or food industry standards, including GMP, GAMP, and validation protocols. Experience with robotic systems (Delta, SCARA, Cobots) and machine vision integration. Practical knowledge of control system design, fieldbus protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profinet), and industrial networking. Excellent communication, and documentation skills. Preferred Requirements Experience with high-level languages (e.g., Python, C#, or C++) for middleware or testing applications. Familiarity with MES/ERP integration, data logging, and Industry 4.0 concepts. Knowledge of cybersecurity in industrial control systems. Project experience with regulated environments (FDA, EMA) and qualification activities (DQ, FAT, SAT). Experience working in or leading cross-functional agile teams. Familiarity with DevOps concepts and tools for automation environments (e.g., version control, CI/CD).
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