Junior E&I and Automation Engineer
Become a part of our team at the BASF Ireland site in Cork, where we manufacture specialty chemicals for the mining industry.
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Job Summary
The Junior E&I (Electrical & Instrumentation) and Automation Engineer will work on projects to implement automation solutions from both an E&I and Automation perspective. This role involves day-to-day process automation and gaining in-depth knowledge of plant operations and control systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Troubleshoot site automation (DCS) DeltaV and other control systems as well as E&I issues.
* Collaborate with external engineering companies, site production, engineering personnel, and departmental technology units under the guidance of the site E&I and Automation Engineer.
* Liaise with technical experts from other BASF sites, especially our headquarters in Ludwigshafen (Germany), to ensure technical standards and safety requirements are met.
* Share knowledge and best practices with the site team as appropriate.
Requirements
* A Trade qualification in E&I or Electrical is beneficial and/or 3rd level qualification in electrical/instrumentation/automation.
* Knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs), distributed control systems (DCS) DeltaV.
* Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical systems, reviewing and/or compiling electrical CAD drawings, developing scopes, I/O lists, PIDs, etc.
* Prefer experience in a manufacturing background.
* ATEX experience advantageous.
* Effective communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
What We Offer
A competitive salary of $80,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.