**Job Description:**
We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Technician to join our engineering team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing automation and control systems to ensure maximum production efficiency and reliability.
This is a hands-on role in a high-performance manufacturing environment where you will work closely with equipment suppliers and contractors during installation, testing, and validation phases.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Install, maintain, and troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment, robotics, and control systems.
2. Perform fault-finding on electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC-controlled systems.
3. Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime.
4. Assist with the commissioning and integration of new automation systems, including programming adjustments and configuration.
5. Support engineering and production teams during new product introductions and process improvements.
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
Working Conditions:
The position operates on a 4-cycle shift system.