We are seeking to recruit an Automation Engineer to support our continued growth. This position will include responsibility for automation and control systems design, specification, programming, simulation and testing, and start-up assistance. The role will operate from our base in the West of Ireland, Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo.
Responsibilities:
* Working from an FDS or Control Philosophy to develop an IO list, hardware specification and PLC HMI programs
* Set up modem links, radio links, web based remote SCADA access, control server set-up and maintenance
* On site commissioning of PLC system with electrical commissioning engineers
* Implement code changes on the automation systems under change control where required
* Investigate and provide technical advice and support to process engineers and other engineering disciplines on automation related issues
* Operate according to SOPs developed for site engineering and maintenance
* Partner with different disciplines to deliver automation projects in accordance with guidelines
* Generate documentation and SOPs associated with each of the Automation systems as required
* Provide support to tendering department on Automation projects - specifying Hardware, programming time etc
* Manage the specification, development, installation and validation of automation projects within budget and corporate guidelines
Technical Requirements:
Working Knowledge of following;
* PLC's & HMI's: Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider & Unitronics
* Field bus/Communication protocols: CanBus, DeviceNet, ControlNet, Profibus, CC-link, Modbus, Modbus TCP, Ethernet IP, ProfiNet.
* SCADA Packages: Wonderware Intouch, Indusoft, Citect, Broadwin, Iconics and OPC Servers
* M2M Platforms: Leased Line, GSM, GPRS/3G, Broadband, Fibre and Radio modems and Telemetry
* Structured Query Language (SQL), Web Browser, VB Script, SMS Functionality
Skills/ Abilities:
* B.Sc. degree in Engineering or equivalent, with particular emphasis in electrical, mechanical, electronic, automation and/or chemical discipline
* Minimum 3-5 years experience in industry, preferably in a water, wastewater or related industry
* We are also looking for graduates
* Experienced with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and vision systems in operating environment
Skills:
Engineer, Automation, Electrical
Benefits:
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