Automation Engineer - Region Chester

Contec - Industrial Automation Solutions; United States; Remote; USD 74,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly car allowance

Working from home allowance

Travel allowances

Private health insurance

Group Income Protection

Pension plan

Laptop, mobile phone

Job summary

Contec - Industrial Automation Solutions is seeking an Automation Engineer to join the Manufacturing Control team in Chester, UK. You will design and implement PLC programming and HMIs, ensure data exchange with parent systems, and participate in FAT/SAT activities with clients.

You will prepare documentation, support commissioning on site, and collaborate closely with the project team and clients. A degree in Electrical Engineering (Automation & Control) and several years of experience are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Automation & Control Systems preferred.
• A few years of relevant automation experience required.
• Valid driving license and Chester-area location preferred.
• You should work autonomously and as part of a team with a proactive mindset.
• Willingness to travel; onboarding may occur at HQ Belgium or Newcastle.

Responsibilities

• Develop FDS by analyzing client URD and selecting optimal solutions.
• Develop PLC programming and HMI as per FDS and client/Contec standards.
• Coordinate PLC data exchange with parent systems via MOM/MES.
• Conduct FAT simulations with clients on-site or remotely.
• Perform SAT commissioning and fine-tuning on site.
• Prepare project documents (FDS, manuals) and provide aftercare.
• Collaborate with project team and clients to complete projects.

Skills

Autonomous work

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Willing to travel

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Siemens Step7

TIA Portal

WinCC

PCS7

Schneider EcoStruxure

Operator Terminal Expert

Job description

We probably don't need to tell you that automation is the future. At Contec, we make it our mission to make industrial processes future-proof. We are in full growth and therefore constantly looking for new colleagues. Are you ready to build the factory of the future with us?

We are currently looking to hire an Automation Engineer to join our Manufacturing Control team in Chester, UK. This team mainly focuses on PLC programming and visualization.

Projects from A-Z, this is how we do it!

• Develop a function design specification (FDS) in which you analyse the client's assignment (URD) and find the most optimal solution to meeting these requirements;
• Develop the PLC programming and visualization (HMI interfaces) as per your approved FDS. This could be by the clients standard or Contec own standards;
• Ensure the connection and data exchange of the PLCs with parent systems in collaboration with our MOM / MES department;
• Preparation and internal office simulation with clients (FAT). Clients are invited to our office or remotely to participate;
• Commissioning and start-up on site to test your work in reality (SAT) and fine-tune it;
• Compiling the required documentation needed to meet project milestones. FDS, Operator/training manuals, etc;
• Provide aftercare support as required by the project;
• Liaising with the project team and clients to complete the project as required.

You always do all this in close collaboration with your project coordinator and your team.

Passion for automation? It's you we're looking for!

• A Bachelors' or Masters' degree in Electrical Engineering, option Automation & Control Systems, or equivalent by experience;
• A couple of years of relevant experience is a must;
• In possession of a driving license & located nearby Chester;
• Can work both autonomously and as part of a team;
• Proactive and logical approach to problem-solving;
• Have an adventurous spirit; you enjoy learning new things and love exploring the world together. For your colleagues, travelling is a fun and educational experience, so we hope you'll get excited about it too. Your onboarding will take place in our HQ in Belgium or at our Newcastle office;
• Proficient in MS Office;

Knowledge of the following automation technology is required: Siemens; Step7, TIA Portal, WinCC, PCS7,...

Knowledge of the following is beneficial but not required: Schneider; EcoStruxure Control Expert and Operator Terminal Expert,...

Networks; ProfiNet, Ethernet-IP, Profibus, DeviceNet, ControlNet,...

Why Contec?

Be a part of the Contec group

With our 9 international offices, the Contec Group has some 250 motivated specialists who would love to welcome you to their team. We have a flat organisational structure resulting in an open and transparent atmosphere. Furthermore, our employees can participate in Contec's shareholder plan and are given the chance to work on international projects within a variety of sectors.

Guidance on the job:

A good balance of young talent and experienced colleagues ensure that you will receive appropriate guidance throughout your career at Contec;

A training offer for further development both personally and professionally.

Work-life balance:

• Flexible hours: start between 07h00 & 09h30 and stop between 15h30 & 18h00;
• Glide hours;
• 20 legal holidays, bank holidays & 2 company days;
• 3 additional company days after 2 years of employment;
• Seniority leave as of 10 years of employment: 1 additional day each 5 year (up to a maximum of 4 additional days).

A salary package with the following additional benefits:

• Monthly car allowance;
• Working from home allowance;
• Travel allowances;
• Private health insurance;
• Group Income Protection;
• Pension plan;
• A laptop, mobile phone and subscription for business use.

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