Automation Engineer

Coca-Cola HBC Italia; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company (CCHBC) in Northern Ireland is seeking an Automation Control Technician with a strong maintenance background. You will work on high-speed automated equipment, perform software upgrades, and support breakdowns.

A formal technical qualification plus at least 5 years in Siemens S7 PLCs and related software are required. You will operate within a fast-paced FMCG environment, using CMMS/PMPM programs and contributing to process control and optimization.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in Siemens S7 PLCs and associated software.
• Formal technical qualification to at least HND/HNC or Degree level.
• Strong analytical skills and problem solving in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform software upgrades on high speed automated equipment including in-house projects.
• Assist maintenance personnel on breakdowns as required.
• Understand controls and software applications used in FMCG environment.
• Be familiar with SIEMENS PLC Networks including Profibus, Ethernet etc.
• Work with SCADA and HMI applications and Danfoss VSDs.

Skills

Analytical ability

Troubleshooting

Flexibility in hours

High-speed production environment

Education

HND/HNC or Degree

Tools

Siemens S7 PLCs

Profibus

Ethernet

SCADA

HMI software

Danfoss VSD

PID control

CMMS

PM programs

PC troubleshooting

Pneumatic systems

Electrical/electronic systems

Job description

Contract: 6 Month Fixed Term Contract - End of April 2027

The role of an Automation Control Technician at Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company (CCHBC) requires someone with strong proven maintenance skills from a fast-paced engineering background. We require a candidate that has at least 5 years relevant experience. The person will have good analytical ability and have a broad-based understanding of controls and software applications in industry.

• Perform software upgrades on high speed automated equipment including inhouse projects.
• Assist maintenance personnel on breakdowns as and when required.
• Understanding of controls and software applications used in FMCG environment.
• Applicant needs to have a flexible approach regarding working hours as and when required.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in Siemens S7 PLCs and associated software.
• A formal relevant technical qualification to at least HND, HNC, Degree level.
• Be familiar with SIEMENS PLC Networks including Profibus, Ethernet etc.
• Will have a working knowledge of SCADA and HMI working applications.
• Have experience of Danfoss Variable Speed Drives (VSD), including programming and fault finding.
• Have a working knowledge of closed loop control systems, including pressure, temperature, and flow control.
• Must understand the concept and terminology used in control systems which include Proportional, Derivative and Integral Control actions. (PID).
• Have strong analytical skills supporting fast and effective problem solving.
• Be able to demonstrate a proven ability in trouble shooting in a dynamic high-speed production environment.
• Have a strong knowledge of automated conveying systems.
• Worked in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Have worked on all aspects of general maintenance.
• Have experience in using a CMMS and working with PM programs.
• Will have a competent level and understanding in the area of troubleshooting on PC's, PLC, pneumatic, mechanical, IT and electronic/electrical systems.
• Have strong analytical skills supporting fast and effective problem solving.