Automation Technician

INFORM3 Recruitment

Leinster

On-site

EUR 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Automation Technician role in County Louth, Ireland, with INFORM3 Recruitment acting as the coordinating agency. The successful candidate will develop, commission and support automation control systems across diverse industries, collaborating with engineers, designers and electricians to deliver robust solutions.

The ideal candidate has a third level qualification in electrical/automation and 5+ years of industry experience, plus hands-on familiarity with Rockwell, Siemens and related platforms.

Qualifications

Third level qualification in Electrical/Automation/Mechanical/Electronic Computer Science.
Knowledge of Robotics and safety standards an advantage.
5+ years industry experience.
Industry experience with Rockwell Studio 5000, FT View, Ignition, Siemens TIA Portal/Step7, OSI PI Historian, VBA.
Thorough knowledge of automation principles and procedures.
Excellent Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication.
Positive attitude towards work with a willingness to continually learn.
Well organised approach to work.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all controls and automation equipment and systems.
Manage the specification, development, installation and validation of automation projects within budget and corporate guidelines.
Safeguard the automation process in respect of safe operations through regular checks and update of control systems.
Assess existing technologies and processes.
Design and deliver best in class automation solutions.
Software development of bespoke machines & manufacturing systems.
Support and communicate effectively with the Engineer Manager with defining work packages, planning and organising automation activities.
Work closely with the automation team, developers, project designers, electricians and operations.
Ensure quality in projects for usability, reliability and manufacturability.
To design electrical control systems for specific customer requirements and to make sure they are of industry standards.
To identify any root causes of automation faults/breakdowns and prioritise corrective measures to meet the operational processing objectives.
Complete all documentation to the highest quality and oversee all acceptance testing.

Skills

5+ years experience

Automation principles

Communication skills

Organised

Willingness to learn

Education

Third Level qualification in Electrical/Automation/Mechanical/Electronic Computer Science

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

FT View

Ignition

Siemens TIA Portal/Step7

OSI PI Historian

VBA

Rockwell

Siemens

TPBN1_IJ

Job description

Job Title Automation Technician Job Locations County Louth Salary Negotiable based on Experience

About the Role: A Manufacturing Company located in County Louth are currently expanding their team and are currently looking for an Automation Technician to join their team. The role offers the chance to be part of a close-knit team, while developing your own knowledge and skills. The individual should be highly motivated with a willingness to succeed within the company as they expect pace, cooperation and accountability. You will be tasked the development, commissioning and support of automation control systems across a wide spectrum of industries utilising cutting edge technologies.

Roles & Responsibilities

Responsible for all controls and automation equipment and systems.
Manage the specification, development, installation and validation of automation projects within budget and corporate guidelines.
Safeguard the automation process in respect of safe operations through regular checks and update of control systems.
Assess existing technologies and processes.
Design and deliver best in class automation solutions.
Software development of bespoke machines & manufacturing systems.
Support and communicate effectively with the Engineer Manager with defining work packages, planning and organising automation activities.
Work closely with the automation team, developers, project designers, electricians and operations.
Ensure quality in projects for usability, reliability and manufacturability.
To design electrical control systems for specific customer requirements and to make sure they are of industry standards.
To identify any root causes of automation faults/breakdowns and prioritise corrective measures to meet the operational processing objectives.
Complete all documentation to the highest quality and oversee all acceptance testing.

Skills & Experience Required

Third Level qualification in Electrical/Automation/Mechanical/Electronic Computer Science.
Knowledge of Robotics and safety standards an advantage.
5+ years industry experience.
Industry experience with preference for Rockwell Studio 5000, FT View, Ignition, Siemens TIA Portal/Step7, OSI PI Historian, VBA.
Thorough knowledge of automation principles and procedures.
Excellent Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication.
Positive attitude towards work with a willingness to continually learn.
Well organised approach to work.

INFORM3 Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.

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