Senior FMS Applications Engineer

Brambles; Addlestone; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in supply chain logistics seeks an experienced professional to develop and support factory management systems using AVEVA (Wonderware) and SQL Server. This hybrid role involves collaboration with engineering teams and driving operational efficiency across global plants. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in electrical engineering and significant experience in related systems integration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years project experience with AVEVA (Wonderware) System platform.
• Experience with SQL Server 2017 databases and .NET.
• Comfortable on the plant floor and handling challenging schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement factory management systems using AVEVA and SQL Server.
• Ensure integration of mechanical and control systems.
• Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for FMS systems.

Skills

Active Learning

Adaptability

Curiosity

Digital Literacy

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Job description

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model .

Job Description You'll play a key role in the development, implementation, and support of AVEVA (Wonderware) System platform/SQL Server based factory management and control systems (FMS) within CHEP’s plants.

About the Role:

Responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting AVEVA (Wonderware) System Platform/SQL Server-based Factory Management and Control Systems (FMS) within CHEP plants globally.

Ensure seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, and control systems while collaborating with key teams to drive operational efficiency and support the Plant of the Future initiatives.

Key Responsibilities may include:

• Develop and configure AVEVA (Wonderware) System Platform, InTouch, and MS SQL Server for plant FMS systems.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering to integrate mechanical, electrical, and controls systems into FMS.
• Analyze business problems, develop solutions, and implement technical improvements that add value.
• Enforce CHEP FMS standards with vendors and ensure rapid system implementations.
• Provide ongoing plant support, including troubleshooting and debugging of FMS systems.
• Manage global FMS deployments, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Lead or participate in remote and on-site support, including off-hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Maintain documentation and provide training to internal teams and vendors on FMS systems.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years demonstrated project experience developing and implementing AVEVA (Wonderware) System platform 2020.
• Experience using SQL Server 2017 databases, stored procedures, SQL Reporting Services, and .NET.
• Competent in use of AVEVA/Wonderware system platform troubleshooting tools.
• Experience with being on call and remote support
• Understanding of Rockwell PLCs (SLC 500, Micrologix, Compactlogix, Control Logix).

Knowledge

• Familiar with Inductive automation Ignition 8.1.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are an essential element of this position.
• Must be comfortable working on the plant floor in a hands-on start-up environment with challenging schedules.
• Ability to apply project management and time management skills to consistently meet project timelines with aggressive schedules.
• Excellent problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work successfully and autonomously in a fast paced, results oriented
• environment.
• Knowledge and operation of server and PC hardware and associated operating system software, specifically Windows Server 2019.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited program

Remote Type Hybrid Remote Skills to succeed in the role Active Learning, Adaptability, Cross-Functional Work, Curiosity, Digital Literacy, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Initiative, Problem Solving

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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