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Controls & Automation Engineer

Zachary Daniels
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Hamilton, South Lanarkshire ML3 7NF, Scotland

Contract type

Full Time

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  • My client is seeking an experienced Controls & Automation Engineer to join their team near Glasgow.
  • The role offers a competitive salary, though the specific figure is not mentioned in the job description.
  • Candidates should have a degree in mechanical or electrical engineering and experience in designing and implementing automated systems in manufacturing.
  • Key responsibilities include designing automated systems, leading discussions on automation capabilities, and supporting existing technologies.
  • Strong skills in PLC programming, particularly with Siemens S7, and knowledge of robot systems and industrial networks are essential for this position.

My client is currently looking to recruit an experienced Controls & Automation Engineer to join their site on the outskirts of Glasgow. You will be working with a successful manufacturer, that have a culture on site that is results-driven with a strong focus on continuous improvement. The company is well established, financially stable and has earned a reputation as an excellent employer.

If you are looking to advance your skills and knowledge, work on exciting projects and build a long term career where you can advance further, then this could be the position for you!

As part of their team, you will create / modify and provide support for automated systems for use in a manufacturing environment. You will collaborate with departmental and corporate leadership to determine existing automation capabilities and future opportunities.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement automated systems for use in diverse manufacturing and production environments
  • Lead collaborative discussions between leadership to determine automation capabilities and goals
  • Create detailed road maps to guide automation projects from conception to final implementation
  • Support existing automation technology with component and process upgrades
  • Develop new robot programs as well as modify existing programs
  • Design EOAT and components in Autodesk inventor
  • Create new and modify / troubleshoot existing control systems

Requirements:

  • Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering
  • Experience with the design and implementation of automated systems, especially as related to manufacturing
  • Strong ability with software testing and validation
  • Superb communication and organizational skills
  • PLC Programming of Siemens S7 with TIA Portal Experience
  • Knowledge of ABB / KUKA / Universal Robots Robot Systems, configuration and programming
  • Good knowledge of industrial networks such as Profinet/ ethernet IP / Ethercat
  • Knowledge of automated inspection / Vision systems would be an advantage

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.