Lead Automation Engineers

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10 months ago
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Are you a Control Systems Engineer or Lead Automation Engineer looking for an opportunity to work on cutting-edge machinery automation projects?
With an impeccable reputation for successfully delivering complete turnkey projects across a multitude of industries, they specialise in enhancing performance through the seamless integration of industrial automation technologies.
Lead Automation Engineer
£50,000 - £80,000 + 10% Bonus, £6k car allowance, healthcare, pension
Working on turnkey projects. Hybrid working available
Excellent training and career development opportunities
Ref: 23543. North West / Cheshire
Automation Engineer – The Role:


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    Supervision and motivation of teams of engineers (including external resources)
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    Mentoring of graduate engineering trainees and apprentices
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    Collaboration with Project Managers including identification and mitigation of projects risks and technical change
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    Take active involvement in development of internal standards and practices with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation
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    Take complete ownership of projects at handover stage and maintain responsibility for all activities, including those delegated to other staff or sub-contractors
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    Detailed software and electrical/controls concept design
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    Organise CAD, manufacturing, test, despatch and commissioning activities during the course of the project
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    Visits to customer sites where required to ensure smooth flow of each project
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    On-site commissioning, if required

Automation Engineer – The Person:


  • Essential to have a broad automation understanding with the capability to manage projects from both a software and hardware perspective

  • Competent with both Rockwell and Siemens packages

  • Previous experience of industrial drive and control systems with good working knowledge of variable speed drives, PLC’s and SCADA/HMI products

  • Ability to manage and document information required

  • Ideally from an industrial automation background working on continuous process lines with power electronics and excellent drives ability, however we are interested in Engineers from any industrial machinery background

As part of this dynamic team, you'll have the chance to be part of innovative technologies and use your extensive industry knowledge to support customers throughout the project lifecycle, driving enhanced business performance. If you're ready to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that delivers value at every stage of manufacturing, apply now and take the next step in your career. Located in the North West, this role is commutable from Warrington, Risley, Chester and Manchester areas.
For further information, contact Sharon Hill

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