Senior Automation Service Engineer

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Working on both projects small and large and bid proposals, the Automation Engineer is responsible for the execution of automation systems, or parts thereof.

• Developing an automation solution which meets the requirements of the proposal or project.
• Ensuring design and execution outputs are delivered in line with the time schedule and quality requirements.
• Providing technical support regarding automation design aspects throughout project and bid life cycles.
• Undertaking other technical tasks as required (e.g. site surveys, feasibility studies, support to sales, etc).
• Providing aftermarket support for customers with participation in 24/7 support up to 1 week per month (possible travel).
• Additional language skills preferable.
• Safety & Environment
  • Ensure that automation solutions are safe.
  • Ensure that e‑stop, isolation & maintenance aspects of solutions have been considered appropriately.
  • Participate in relevant reviews (Design Reviews, Risk Assessments) and ensure completion of resultant actions.
  • Ensure compliance with local legislation and regulations (e.g. EU Machinery Directive).
  • Act safely, particularly when operating outside the known office environment.
• Automation Design & Execution Tasks
  • Generate automation solutions and define/implement characteristics (architecture diagrams, hardware/software selection, control philosophy, software structure).
  • Create functional and detailed design specifications (FDS, DDS).
  • Write PLC software code and configure networks, HMI, SCADA, and interfaces with MIS/MES/ERP systems.
  • Perform design calculations, software simulation, FAT, CAT.
  • Ensure tasks are completed on schedule, quality, and within budget.
  • Maintain S88‑based software structures and ensure coherent integration of all scope elements.
  • Support other disciplines (Supply Chain, Process, Electrical) to achieve deliverables.
  • Assist Installation & Commissioning team (design intent communication, commissioning activities, automation snags resolution, hand‑over to aftermarket).
  • Document all design information, prepare user and maintenance manuals, compile technical files.
  • Assist in proposals (pre‑contract studies, technical aspects of quotation).
• Communication & Team Working
  • Engage in technical discussions with customers and suppliers.
  • Attend project/proposal meetings (launch/kick‑off, progress reviews, design reviews).
  • Communicate information to stakeholders timely.
  • Support other disciplines during design.

• Excellent communication skills.
• Fluent English – both spoken and written.
• Additional languages an advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a matrix environment.
• Build relationships with colleagues across functions and sites.
• Strong analytical/problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good initiative and ability to work independently.
• Maintain high performance standards with ethics and integrity.
• Experience with Studio
  5000 (Rockwell).
• Experience with Siemens Simatic
  
  NET and TIA Portal.
• Proficiency with Wonderware InTouch.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with C++, C#, Visual Studio (advantage).
• SQL Server experience (advantage).

• Degree level qualification in an appropriate engineering discipline (e.g. Electrical).
• Automation execution experience in food, beverage, pharmaceutical or other hygienic industries.
• Understanding of control requirements for common hygienic processes (e.g. pasteurization, CIP) beneficial.
• Experience working within, and leading, a technically oriented team.
• Good competence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Knowledge and experience of Siemens and Rockwell programming environments (S7, TIA Portal, Control Logix).
• Experience with Wonderware SCADA and associated products (InTouch) beneficial.
• SAP experience beneficial.

Physical demands will include the capability of moving and lifting 40 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is not an exhaustive list of all…