Automation Maintenance Technician – PLCs & PM Expert

Sterling Engineering Ltd - Ireland & Europe; Connacht; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Engineering Ltd - Ireland & Europe is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for a permanent role in a fast-paced, automated manufacturing environment. You will maintain and improve automated production equipment, maximise availability and support continuous improvement across the manufacturing process.

You will implement planned maintenance, troubleshoot PLC-based systems, and work with Engineering and Production teams to minimise downtime.

Qualifications

• Diploma/qualification in Industrial Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or related trade (advantageous).
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience with special-purpose automated equipment and pick-and-place systems.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, pneumatic systems, actuators, AC motors and motor controllers.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability across automated manufacturing equipment.
• Ability and willingness to work a 12-hour shift pattern (including weekends).

Responsibilities

• Build upon and continuously improve existing process and equipment design to optimise production processes.
• Drive yield improvement through effective planned preventative maintenance and rapid response to equipment breakdowns.
• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on automated production equipment.
• Provide technical input into equipment installation, commissioning and maintenance activities.
• Carry out calibration of production and process equipment.
• Use PLC programmes and diagnostic tools to identify, troubleshoot and resolve technical faults.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and automated equipment issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability, efficiency and production output.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering and Production teams to minimise downtime and maintain production performance.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with site health & safety procedures and company standards.
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of safety throughout all maintenance activities.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electro-mechanical maintenance

Problem solving

Shift-work readiness

Education

Diploma/qualification in Industrial Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or related trade

Tools

Diagnostic tools

PLCs & controllers

Job description

Sterling Engineering Ltd - Ireland & Europe is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for a permanent role in a fast-paced, automated manufacturing environment. You will maintain and improve automated production equipment, maximise availability and support continuous improvement across the manufacturing process.

You will implement planned maintenance, troubleshoot PLC-based systems, and work with Engineering and Production teams to minimise downtime.