Job Title:
Controls Engineer – Backend Night Shift
Contract - 12 Month Rolling
Location:
Galway, Ireland
About the Role
An exciting opportunity awaits an experienced Controls Engineer to join a leading manufacturing team in Galway. This role, essential for maintaining high standards in a dynamic production environment, is shift-based with 12-hour backend night shifts from 6:30 pm to 6:30 am on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and one Saturday per month. If you’re passionate about automation, thrive in troubleshooting, and enjoy contributing to continuous improvement, this role offers a challenging yet rewarding career path.
Key Responsibilities
* Controls Troubleshooting
Expertly diagnose and resolve issues on automated manufacturing equipment, focusing on:
o PLCs: Specialised experience with Allen Bradley systems
o Vision Systems: Cognex vision system troubleshooting
o Servo Drives: Parker and AB Kinetix
o Robotics: Kuka robotic systems
* Electrical Troubleshooting
Utilise strong electrical diagnostic skills to address issues within automated manufacturing electrical panels and support smooth operational workflows.
* Maintenance and Equipment Support
Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure rapid troubleshooting and reduce downtime, maintaining optimal equipment performance.
* PC Hardware Troubleshooting (Desirable)
Provide additional support in diagnosing basic PC hardware issues when necessary.
Essential Requirements
* Experience: Previous experience in a maintenance department supporting automated manufacturing equipment is essential.
* Technical Skills:
o Strong expertise in controls troubleshooting, particularly with Allen Bradley PLCs, Cognex vision systems, Parker and AB Kinetix Servo Drives, and Kuka robotics.
o Proven electrical troubleshooting skills in automated manufacturing environments.
o Familiarity with PC hardware troubleshooting is advantageous.
* Shift Flexibility: Ability to work backend night shifts and adapt to operational demands in a high-paced environment.
If you are a skilled Controls Engineer looking to make a meaningful impact within an innovative manufacturing environment in Galway, we’d love to hear from you.
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