Automation Controls Engineer - PLCs, vision systems,

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent technology staffing firm seeks an Automation Engineer for a pivotal role in advancing their client's innovative product design. The ideal candidate will bring robust experience in controls engineering and a proven ability to manage complex automation projects effectively, driving efficiency in manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a highly regulated medical manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with RS232, Ethernet/IP communications protocols.
• Understanding of various sensor technologies.

Responsibilities

• Specify and design control and data acquisition systems.
• Interact with equipment integrators to resolve issues.
• Develop manufacturing techniques for high-volume use.

Skills

PLC programming

Vision systems

Controls troubleshooting

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Keyence

Cognex

Teledyne

JAVA

Python

SQL

Visual Basic

Excel

Word

Access

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

InnoTECH Staffing is looking to hire a fulltime / permanent Automation Engineer for a client in Southern, NH.

Must be a US or GreenCard holder and must be able to work onsite 5 days a week.

As a member of the team, the Automation Engineer will work as member of the company's innovative product design teams to specify, engineer, integrate, validate and support automated manufacturing equipment for the mass production of the company's innovations.

• Specify, design and manage control and data acquisition systems including electrical, pneumatic, communication and data storage functions, for new and existing production equipment
• Interact daily with large automation equipment integrators including progress tracking and technical and program issues are quickly resolved
• Develop robust cutting-edge manufacturing techniques for high-volume use
• Generate and maintain validation lifecycle documentation
• Effectively and proactively identify root-causes of observed issues or control systems risks, then complete robust, sustained corrective actions
• Utilize machine data and database elements to develop visible process performance tools for engineering and operations daily process monitoring
• Maintain frequent and regular contact with operations, engineering and quality departments to understand and address observed or perceived issues with equipment, systems and reporting

To be successful in this role, you will need the following skills and experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering or equivalent experience
• 5 years of experience with PLC programming, vision systems, and controls troubleshooting in a highly regulated medical manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of and ability to use RS232, Ethernet/IP, and remote I/O communications protocols
• Demonstrated proficiency with Keyence, Cognex, Teledyne, or similar vision systems
• Understanding of and/or ability to use JAVA, Python, SQL and/or Visual Basic
• Understanding and ability to use Excel, Word, Access, and all related computer software for machine design, programming, backup, and monitoring
• Experience with various sensor technologies including but not limited to 0-20ma, 4-20ma, 0-5VDC, and 0-10VDC analog signals
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities daily