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KAON Automation is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to excel in the field of automation. KAON Automation have been providing custom designed automation solutions to leading manufacturing companies globally since 2005 and have a proven track record of providing innovative and flexible solutions.
A successful candidate will work on challenging, innovative projects within a highly technical and collaborative working group. As a Controls Engineer you will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of complex controls systems for automation equipment.
Key Responsibilities
* Work within the wider engineering group to develop concepts and specifications for equipment from User Requirement Specifications.
* Develop and Debug machine control programs including PLC/HMI/Robotics/Motion Control/Vision/etc.
* Involvement in research, development, and implementation of new control technologies
* Co-ordinate and manage controls elements of build and debug of equipment.
* Responsible for completing controls aspects of projects within the schedule and budget.
* Liaising with customers on requirement specifications and project deliverables
* Develop relationships with suppliers for equipment/component procurement.
* Responsibility for design, commissioning, and safety of controls systems.
* Provide guidance and direction to junior staff to help them realise designs and ensure that the customer end goals are being achieved.
* Development of machine documentation to meet EU standards.
* Meeting project deliverables and deadlines
* Educated to degree level in a relevant engineering discipline.
* Min 5 years relevant experience working on the creation of machine control systems.
o Ability to program AB Control Logix, Siemens S7
o Familiar with configuring, commissioning, and debugging common machine networks and drive systems.
o Experience in robotics (ABB, Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Epson)
o Experience of machine vision (Cognex, Keyence)
* Must be keenly interested in engineering technology and remaining knowledgeable about the cutting edge of automation technology.
* Excellent communication skills are vital to communicate effectively on job specification, technical direction, and issues daily.
* Must be a self-starter with good attention to detail, willing to take ownership and responsibility to realise project milestones and timelines.
* Project management experience advantageous
* Proven track record in delivering solutions.
* Current driving license and able to travel as required.
* Attractive Salary Package.
* Pension Scheme
* Training and development
Key Requirements
* Educated to degree level in a relevant engineering discipline.
* Min 5 years relevant experience working on the creation of machine control systems.
o Ability to program AB Control Logix, Siemens S7
o Familiar with configuring, commissioning, and debugging common machine networks and drive systems.
o Experience in robotics (ABB, Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Epson)
o Experience of machine vision (Cognex, Keyence)
* Must be keenly interested in engineering technology and remaining knowledgeable about the cutting edge of automation technology.
* Excellent communication skills are vital to communicate effectively on job specification, technical direction, and issues daily.
* Must be a self-starter with good attention to detail, willing to take ownership and responsibility to realise project milestones and timelines.
* Project management experience advantageous
* Proven track record in delivering solutions.
* Current driving license and able to travel as required.
Salary and Benefits
* Attractive Salary Package.
* Pension Scheme
* Training and development
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries
Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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