Senior Automation Engineer: PLC, SCADA & Drive Networks

Optimize Recruitment; Carlow; On-site; EUR 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in the water industry is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer for a full-time, permanent position in Carlow. This role involves managing automation projects from design to handover, including PLC programming, SCADA development, and system implementation. Candidates should have a minimum of 7 years in PLC solutions with strong knowledge of various PLC brands. An attractive salary of €70k, a company vehicle, and 25 days of annual leave are offered.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' experience in PLC solutions.
• At least 3 of the listed PLC brands.
• Experience in automation of electronic instruments.

Responsibilities

• Manage automation projects from initial brief to commissioning.
• Design and implement automation systems.
• Develop and modify software across various PLC platforms.
• Perform onsite validation and fault diagnostics.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests.
• Collaborate with teams to achieve commissioning goals.

Skills

PLC Programming

Control systems design

Communication protocols

Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills

Time management skills

Clean Irish driving license

Tools

ABB

Schneider

Allen Bradley

Siemens

Omron

Mitsubishi

Motorola

Job description

A well-established company in the water industry is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer for a full-time, permanent position in Carlow. This role involves managing automation projects from design to handover, including PLC programming, SCADA development, and system implementation. Candidates should have a minimum of 7 years in PLC solutions with strong knowledge of various PLC brands. An attractive salary of €70k, a company vehicle, and 25 days of annual leave are offered.