Controls Commissioning Engineer

Overview:

We build special purpose automated machinery for the medical and pharmaceutical sector. We are looking for someone whose primary focus is to transition our automated equipment from completion of build through to customer inspection and sign-off. This requires commissioning work throughout the UK.

Responsibilities:

* Programme and modify control systems using PLC’s, Servo drives, Robots, and other specialized controllers specific to customer requirements.

* Troubleshoot & adjust mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and controls equipment.

* Fault finding and operational assessment of mechanisms, both in isolation and in complex form.

* Modifying systems through electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, or software means to enhance performance.

* Identify opportunities to improve a system with a view to presenting these to other team members.

* Perform tests, using structured processes, to build a defined understanding of a mechanism’s limitations.

* Record test results in a suitable manner such that they can be used to support the necessity/direction of further work.

* Ensure records of all modifications are documented correctly.

* Provide proactive feedback to the project team to enable the project progress to be determined.

* Participate in internal design reviews on existing or potential projects.

* You may be required to attend and work at customer premises throughout the UK and overseas.

Requirements:

* Relevant vocational training or completion of a recognised apprenticeship in electrical and or mechanical discipline.

* Experience programming Programmable Logic controllers (PLC), and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) using software such as Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Festo, Codesys, Siemens.

* Knowledge of setting up Servos, VFD’s, Remote I/O, Ethernet and Profibus networks.

* Proven electrical, pneumatic, or mechanical experience within the automation industry.

* Ability to follow electrical and pneumatic schematic diagrams and drawings.

* Knowledge of 6 Axis Robot systems is preferred.

* Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability.

* The ability to work on your own initiative from an outline brief.

* Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Thorough knowledge of safety procedures, applicable regulations, and guidelines.

Notes:

* Travel thoughout the UK and Ireland

* Must have a valid UK drivers license

* The client does not provide sposorship