Industrial Automation / Controls Engineer

Future Robotics Ltd; Longford; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing automation startup in Leinster is seeking a candidate to test and integrate a new food delivery system. This role involves troubleshooting, optimizing code, and collaborating closely with engineers. Relevant experience in PLC programming and machine logic is crucial, while the salary ranges from €40k to €45k. The position is temporary, with a possibility of becoming permanent for the right fit.

Qualifications

• Must have experience with PLC Programming and machine sequencing.
• Proven troubleshooting and debugging skills are essential.
• Familiarity with Schneider Platform and sensor validation needed.

Responsibilities

• Involve in testing and integration of new automated food delivery system.
• Collaborate with engineers to optimize and troubleshoot issues.
• Manage controls and automation for upcoming products.

Skills

PLC Programming (LD, FB, ST)

Machine sequencing and safety logic

Troubleshooting and debugging

Ability to modify and expand existing logic

Schneider Platform experience

Servo tuning

Position/speed control modes

Homing routines

Fault Diagnostics

Motion Safety

Sensor and I/O validation

Drive fault resolution

Job description

Company Description

Future Robotics Ltd is an automation startup in partnership with FoodVillage. We have 2 products coming to market early next year and are excited to grow our small team. If you enjoy problem solving and being a part of a company with big plans and a groundbreaking new product please get in touch.

Role Description

You will be involved in the final stages of testing and integration of our new patented automated food delivery system which has been in development for the past two years. Our machines are in the final stages of assembly and you will be working to optimize, troubleshoot and improve upon the current code to ensure the machines reliability and optimal operation. You will be in collaboration with our current engineer and going forward would be in charge of the controls and automation of our next product(s) which are already in development and will be arriving in our workshop in the coming weeks.

This is a temporary role, with potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a small startup and be a driving force of innovation while being a part of something all new at the ground floor.

Qualifications

Must have:

• PLC Programming (LD, FB, ST)
• Machine sequencing and safety logic
• Troubleshooting and debugging
• Ability to modify and expand existing logic
• Schneider Platform experience (EcoStructure Machine Expert, Modicon M221/M241/M251 PLC's, Lexium/Altivar drives, Modbus Communications)

Must have understanding and experience of the following:

• Servo tuning
• Position/speed control modes
• Homing routines
• Fault Diagnostics
• Motion Safety
• Running machine sequences while being a part of all aspects of the testing process.
• Sensor and I/O validation
• Drive fault resolution

Advantageous skills but not essential:

• Verifying wiring
• Diagnosing electrical faults
• Safety circuit validation
• General hands on experience and adaptive mindset.

The salary range for this role is 40-45k depending on experience.