Field Service Engineer; Machine Tool Automation+ Robotics

Position: Field Service Engineer (Machine Tool Automation+ Robotics)
We are currently recruiting for a Field Service Engineer (Robotics /Automation Engineer) for a market leading business within the Automation Industry who provide support across a range of manufacturing clients within the Aerospace and Automotive sectors to help improve productivity. This is a permanent role that has been created due to continued expansion. The successful candidate will have a demonstrable background working within an Automation maintenance based role within a manufacturing environment.

Experience working with CNC Machine tools, Beckhoff / Siemens PLCS and FANUC/Kuka/ ABB Robotics would be highly advantageous.
This is a Days based role Monday – Friday 0830 – 1730 + No Call Out
All travel time is paid door to door + all addtional hours paid at premium rates - Realistic Earnings up to £50k
The role will cover sites mainly in the Midlands / NW but also some across the UK so a willingness to travel is required.
This role would ideally suit a candidate with a maintenance background looking to develop and progress within the controls/ automation industry.

Role Description
 
* Provide support to client sites across the UK and Ireland.
 
* Support Customer’s automation systems to aid in improving productivity.
 
* To support the introduction of new projects on time and within budget constraints
 
* Fault finding and rectification of PLC’s – Beckhoff/ Siemens
 
* Experience working with Robotics – ABB, Fanuc, Kuka or similar.
 
* PLC software and hardware editing,operating and diagnostics
 
* Strong knowledge of IT – Windows Server
 
* Automation of existing plant & equipment, support equipment improvements and new equipment specification.
 
* Provide support in installation of new capital equipment.

Skills and Qualifications
 
* Demonstrable experience working within a maintenance role within a high precision manufacturing environment
 
* Candidates must be Time Served in a suitable discipline
 
* Strong working knowledge of PLC’s ( Beckhoff / Siemens advantageous)
 
* Good working knowledge of Robotics ( ABB/ Fanuc/ Kuka Advantageous) - Desirable
 
* Strong customer service mind set
 
* Willing to travel as required to sites in the UK and Ireland.
This vacancy is being advertised by Complete Talent Services Ltd who are acting as an Employment Agency