Automation Engineer

Job Description

Automation EngineerPermanentSalary £45,0000 - £55,000 per annumLocations Available: Coventry (position in Daventry Available)Hours: 8.30am - 5.30am - Flexible (40 hours per week)Reporting into: Engineering Manager / Senior Automation Engineer (dependant on site)COMPANY OVERVIEW* This is an exciting opportunity to work for a world renowned logistics company that strive to be the most customer-centric company in the world and put staff, customers and passion first to provide great customer serviceDescription* The Reliability Maintenance and Engineering team keeps all companies equipment in excellent working order, from printers to fully automated sortation systems.* You will be looking after the automated systems within companys warehouse / logistics centres, helping with fault finding, leading process improvements and will be involved in the installation and commissioning of new equipment.* Besides your day-to-day activities, you will be involved in Local and National projects.* You will be a key part of a highly skilled team and thrive in delivering high-quality results and always be on the lookout for improvements.Responsibilities:* Ability to problem solve PLC code and complex fieldbus IO and SCADA systems.* Understanding of Warehouse Control Systems and Telegrams.* Experience either building, commissioning or problem solving Electrical Controls and Instrumentation Panels.* Ability to understand integrated MHE conveyor systems within the warehouse / plant and the systems that interact outside of site.* Ability to understand flow of processes.* Understanding of Industrial communication protocols like ProfiBus, ProfiNet, Ethernet IP, and demonstrable ability to problem solve those systems.* Experience of Barcode recognition technology.* Experience Reading and Updating Electrical and Controls Schematics and Documentation, SOPs and VSOPs* Ability to analyse metrics and data and identify system and machine optimisation opportunities* Experience of Change Management processes.* Work within a shift team and take the lead in resolution of controls related issues and improvements.* Experience of commissioning special purpose machinery.* Working knowledge of Machine Safety Regulations and Safe Working Practices.* Fundamental understanding of IT systems like IP Networking, Server Architecture, SQL Databases.* Experience working within Controls or Electrical Projects as part of a team.* Strong communication skills and ability to use MS Office Suite.* Experience sharing knowledge or developing training around machine systemsBasic QualificationsThe successful candidate will have:* HND / C in Electrical or Controls biased qualification* PLC programming and implementation experience with one of the following: S7, Allen-Bradley, Modicon, Momentum, AutomationDirect, Mitsubishi, Omron, Aromat, Toshiba, etc.* Experience with SQL, Linux, Cloud Technology and IP Networking* Project management, organisation and problem solving skills* Good written and verbal communication skills.* Ability to be able to operate with minimal supervision.* Willingness to work in a fast paced and growing European and global environment where travel is required.Preferred QualificationsPreferred qualifications and skills:* BSc in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering or other related engineering degree.* Understanding of Unix / Linux / Cygwin / Window.* Understanding of TCP Networking.* Knowledge of at least one other EU language would be an asset.We are an equal opportunities employerSpring Engineering Solutions (a trading name of Roevin Management Services Limited) acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Spring Engineering Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer.By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Spring Engineering Solutions. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser: Required skills

Keyskills :
Automation AND PLC and SCADA AND HMI AND Convey System