Automation Engineer - Region Chester

Contec - Industrial Automation Solutions; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly car allowance

Working from home allowance

Travel allowances

Private health insurance

Pension plan

Laptop and mobile phone for business use

Laptop, mobile phone and business use

Job summary

A leading automation solutions provider is seeking an Automation Engineer for their Manufacturing Control team in Chester, UK. You'll be responsible for PLC programming and customer communication throughout various projects. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and have a few years of experience. The role offers a monthly car allowance, health insurance, and flexible working hours. If you're ready for new challenges, apply soon!

Qualifications

• A couple of years of relevant experience is a must.
• In possession of a driving license & located nearby Chester.
• Proactive and logical approach to problem-solving.
• Enjoys learning new things and traveling.

Responsibilities

• Develop a function design specification (FDS) for client assignments.
• Develop PLC programming and visualization as per approved FDS.
• Commissioning and start-up on site to test your work and fine-tune it.
• Provide aftercare support as required by the project.
• Commissioning and start-up on site to test and fine-tune the work (SAT).
• Compile required documentation to meet project milestones (FDS, manuals).
• Provide aftercare support and liaise with the project team and clients.

Skills

PLC programming

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Proficient in MS Office

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Schneider EcoStruxure Control Expert

Operator Terminal Expert

Job description

We are currently looking to hire an Automation Engineer to join our Manufacturing Control team in Chester, UK. This team mainly focuses on PLC programming and visualization.

Projects from A-Z, this is how we do it!

At Contec we realize projects from A to Z. As an Automation Engineer you are not only responsible for the technical aspect: communication with the customer and the start‑up of a wide range of projects are also part of your duties.

• Develop a function design specification (FDS) in which you analyse the client's assignment (URD) and find the most optimal solution to meeting these requirements;
• Develop the PLC programming and visualization (HMI interfaces) as per your approved FDS. This could be by the clients standard or Contec own standards;
• Ensure the connection and data exchange of the PLCs with parent systems in collaboration with our MOM / MES department;
• Preparation and internal office simulation with clients (FAT). Clients are invited to our office or remotely to participate;
• Commissioning and start-up on site to test your work in reality (SAT) and fine‑tune it;
• Compiling the required documentation needed to meet project milestones. FDS, Operator/training manuals, etc;
• Provide aftercare support as required by the project;
• Liaising with the project team and clients to complete the project as required.

You always do all this in close collaboration with your project coordinator and your team.

Passion for automation? It’s you we’re looking for!

• A Bachelors' or Masters' degree in Electrical Engineering, option Automation & Control Systems, or equivalent by experience;
• A couple of years of relevant experience is a must;
• In possession of a driving license & located nearby Chester;
• Can work both autonomously and as part of a team;
• Proactive and logical approach to problem‑solving;
• Have an adventurous spirit; you enjoy learning new things and love exploring the world together. For your colleagues, travelling is a fun and educational experience, so we hope you'll get excited about it too. Your onboarding will take place in our HQ in Belgium or at our Newcastle office;
• Proficient in MS Office;
• Knowledge of the following automation technology is required:
  • Schneider; EcoStruxure Control Expert and Operator Terminal Expert,…
• Knowledge of the following is beneficial but not required:
  • Schneider; EcoStruxure Control Expert and Operator Terminal Expert,…

Why Contec?

With our 9 international offices, the Contec Group has some 250 motivated specialists who would love to welcome you to their team. We have a flat organisational structure resulting in an open and transparent atmosphere. Furthermore, our employees can participate in Contec's shareholder plan and are given the chance to work on international projects within a variety of sectors.

Guidance on the job:

• A good balance of young talent and experienced colleagues ensure that you will receive appropriate guidance throughout your career at Contec;
• A training offer for further development both personally and professionally.

Work‑life balance:

• Flexible hours: start between 07h00 & 09h30 and stop between 15h30 & 18h00;
• 20 legal holidays, bank holidays & 2 company days;
• 3 additional company days after 2 years of employment;
• Seniority leave as of 10 years of employment: 1 additional day each 5 years (up to a maximum of 4 additional days).

A salary package with the following additional benefits:

• Monthly car allowance;
• Working from home allowance;
• Travel allowances;
• Private health insurance;
• Group Income Protection;
• Pension plan;
• A laptop, mobile phone and subscription for business use.

Ready to say YES to new adventures? Apply quickly, or send us your CV via [e-mail]

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