R&D Electromechanical Technician - Stoke on Trent

Rapiscan Systems; Stoke-on-Trent; Remoto; GBP 28.000 - 52.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Rapiscan Systems in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Electromechanical Technician to join the Cargo Research Team. You will assemble, test and maintain electromechanical systems, with hands-on PLC programming and troubleshooting across Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and Mitsubishi platforms.

You will diagnose faults, calibrate components, read blueprints, and support system upgrades and FAT demos. Strong electrical/mechanical knowledge and SCADA familiarity are essential.

Competenze

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electromechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Experience in electromechanical assembly, maintenance or repair.
• Hands-on PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
• Strong understanding of electrical circuits and mechanical systems.

Mansioni

• Assemble, install and test electromechanical components and systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on machinery and automated systems.
• Diagnose faults using schematics and diagnostic tools.
• Calibrate and align mechanical and electrical components for optimal performance.
• Read blueprints and wiring diagrams; interpret technical manuals.
• Program, troubleshoot, and modify PLC-based control systems (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi).
• Maintain and update HMI interfaces and support SCADA integration.
• Assist design and implementation of control logic for automated machinery.
• Conduct I/O checks, loop testing and commissioning of control systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams on upgrades and improvements.
• Document maintenance activities and test results; support FATs and customer demos.

Conoscenze

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Electromechanical assembly

Electrical circuits

Mechanical systems

Maintenance

Diagnostics

HMI/SCADA basics

Formazione

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electromechanical Engineering/Mechatronics

Strumenti

SCADA systems

Industrial control systems

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Rapiscan Systems is an industry leader in detection technology, providing cargo and vehicle
inspection systems and services for ports, borders, military, high-threat facilities, and checkpoints to help customers combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud. We offer a broad array of scanning system configurations that leverage low-, medium-,and high-energy X-ray technology—or multiple X-ray technologies—to address each customer’s unique security application requirements. Our commitment to excellence in imaging performance, innovative design, and uncompromising quality ensures our solutions consistently deliver best-in-class imaging, high reliability, and operator satisfaction, to help customers findthreats and contraband with ease and confidence.

Role Overview

To work within the Cargo Research Team, supporting efforts to bring design concepts and prototypes to reality with hardware testing, verification, and validation in the X-ray Imaging Laboratory. You will be responsible for assembling, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing complex electromechanical systems and equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both electrical and mechanical systems, with hands-on experience in PLCs and industrial control systems.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and test electromechanical components and systems (e.g., motors, actuators, sensors, control panels).
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on machinery and automated systems.
• Diagnose faults in electrical and mechanical systems using diagnostic tools and schematics.
• Calibrate and align mechanical and electrical components to ensure optimal performance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Program, troubleshoot, and modify PLC-based control systems (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi).
• Maintain and update HMI interfaces and support integration with SCADA systems.
• Assist in the design and implementation of control logic for automated machinery.
• Perform I/O checks, loop testing, and commissioning of control systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams to support system upgrades and continuous improvement.
• Document maintenance activities, test results, and system modifications.
• Support, as and when required, wider company efforts in production, engineering and with commissioning to help with FATs and customer demonstrations.

Qualifications

Required

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electromechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in electromechanical assembly, maintenance, or repair.
• Hands-on experience withPLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of electrical circuits, mechanical systems, and control technologies.

Desired

• Experience withSCADA systems, industrial networking, and automation protocols.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) certification.
• Familiarity with robotics, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or ISO 9001 environments.