Automation Engineer
Join Veolia Ireland's Electrical, Instrument, Control & Automation (ECIA) Team as an Automation Engineer.
About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual to work on a wide scope of Water and Wastewater Treatment projects across the Island of Ireland.
About You
You will be required to travel to other Veolia sites, plants and offices. We are seeking someone with excellent communication skills, knowledge of water and wastewater treatment industry, and experience with automation, instrumentation and drive networks.
Responsibilities
* Planning and managing a diverse range of automation projects from initial brief to programming, installation and commissioning.
* Control, develop and modify software on PLC, HMI and SCADA systems.
* Commissioning of project installations on site.
* Prepare and deliver technical reports.
* Training of personnel both on-site and in-house.
* Provision of on-site support as may be required for both planned and critical repairs.
* Complete Factory Acceptance Tests and Site Acceptance Tests.
* Design of automation systems and network architectures.
* Assist in the selection and evaluation of EICA equipment, subcontractors and suppliers.
* Working alongside the in-house Design team.
* Responsible for ensuring that works are carried out in accordance with both contractual and specific process requirements.
* Liaise with the client when required during project installation and commissioning.
* Conduct site surveys to collect field data to develop drawings, layouts and designs.
* Evaluate Health, Safety, Environmental & Sustainability standards, policies and procedures on-site.
Requirements
* Qualified to Degree or higher level in Automation Engineering or equivalent experience.
* Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
* Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment industry.
* Travel is required for this role therefore we require a clean driving licence.
* Experience of automation, instrumentation and drive networks, e.g. Modbus serial, ProfiBus, DeviceNET, Ethernet/IP, Modbus/TCP.
* Proficiency with Schneider Automation.
* Experience with Rockwell, Omron or Mitsubishi automation.
* Experienced in programming SCADA systems, such as AVEVA System Platform, Vijeo Citect & Rockwell.
About Us
Veolia Ireland is dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and have a benefits package that includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance.