Automation Engineer

The Automation Engineer position centres on be supported by the shift engineer team; the process improvement engineers as well as our operators. It would suit someone who can bring configuration and programming of controllers and visualizations systems using Siemens (Simatic Manager and TIA Portal and WinCC flexible software) to the role.

Who the work supports

Cad/Cad systems to maintain documentation updates, producing 2D CAD drawings of control panels, P&IDs and electrical wiring diagrams. Additional support required for: 5S, SMED, Centre lining, Process Control Automation, product defect identification systems, component lifespan identification.

How support shows up

Be supported by the shift engineer team; the process improvement engineers as well as our operators. Coordinating warehouse activity across stock flow, dispatch accuracy, and shift handovers. Provide technical support to all areas daily across electrical, mechanical and automation disciplines.

The approach that fits

Configuration and programming of controllers and visualizations systems using Siemens (Simatic Manager and TIA Portal and WinCC flexible software).

What needs to be in place

• Proven Knowledge and experience in Siemens S5, S7, Allen Bradley. (this includes all aspects of drives, inverters and programming).
• 2 year or more of experience in a process control / engineering role.
• Proven capability in Problem Solving (8D, Green Belt Lean 6 Sigma, UPS, A3, …).

Job details

• Training shift Engineers and Process Improvement Engineers to work within the systems and to resolve issues on their own.
• Assist with the training of company apprentices and shift Engineers.
• Support and lead automation activities at both the Chesterfield and Bradford Production Sites.
• Write programs for new designed automatic and semi-automatic machines and conveyor systems for Siemens and Allen Bradley hardware.