Automation Engineer - Cork, Ireland - Cregg Group

Description

CREGG are currently looking for an Automation Engineer based in the West side of Cork on a permanent basis, the Engineer will develop, test, and install control system software changes with supporting documentation for validated manufacturing systems and provide support to operations for automation-related issues


Responsibilities:

Responsible for development, installation and support of PLC controlled automation software projects within an automated validated manufacturing plant using the following equipment: Siemens PLCs (Siemens S7-300, S7-400, S7-1500 using Simatic Manager and TIA Portal).

SCADA (Wonderware InTouch and ArchestrA) & Siemens WinCC. Knowledge of ProfiBUS DP and ProfiBUS PA used for Instrumentation required.

Generating ideas and solutions for the improvement and development of control systems Provide technical support and work with or lead project teams.

Supporting Operations where necessary and offering solutions for technical problems.

Ensure that all activity and installations are carried out in accordance with both internal and external Health and Safety and Environmental standards.

Support the implementation of all engineering and plant strategic initiatives Provide technical expertise as a subject matter expert. Provide moderately complex technical consultation and leadership to multidisciplinary teams. Identify and lead cost and technical improvements under the departments continuous improvement program.


Requirements:
Third level degree qualification in software engineering or equivalent Experience within high volume manufacturing environment Good understanding of software systems Strong Analytical and Problem solving skills Strong communication skills Attention to detail 5 years + experience Skills: AutomationManufacturing

Engineering Skills:
Automation Allen Bradley Siemens PLC/SCADA Manufacturing