Automation Technician (days) - South Dublin

Automation Technician (days) - South Dublin.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop an in-depth knowledge of all control systems currently in use across the entire site including PLC's, motion systems, vision systems, electrical & safety systems and networks

Operate as point of contact person for all automation related line-down issues and projects

Work closely with engineers and cross-functional teams in monitoring equipment performance using proven troubleshooting and problem solving techniques / methods to solve to root cause and improve OEE
Perform DOE's to attain optimal performance settings for equipment / process

Support the continuous improvement of all automated equipment using Lean / Six Sigma and Project Management techniques

Ensure all new equipment and tasks are risk assessed, support investigation and near miss resolution, and proactively drive actions to reduce safety risks

Support plant-wide automation change control and manage software revision control systems in full compliance with business quality systems

Carry out other relevant tasks as required by the Senior Automation Engineer

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS ROLE:

o Good knowledge of Electrical & Automation Systems associated with high-volume manufacturing equipment, and holding a third-level qualification in one of those disciplines or the National Craft Certificate together with additional specialized training and experience.

At least 5 years' experience in a similar role with Equipment Automation, Software or related experience

Proficient in Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation PLC products with an ability to understand complex programming functions and write code from specification

A proven track record in solving automation problems to root cause using structured problem solving

Experience of High Speed Vision systems (Cognex) and Control Networks & Communication Systems (ControlNet, Device Net, Ethernet)

Good understanding of Motion Control Systems (Allen Bradley, Emerson, Linmot)

Experience of development, deployment & maintenance of SCADA / HMI systems (Allen Bradley, Schneider)

Creative thinking team player with excellent communication skills, an ability to work on own initiative combined with the ability to work seamlessly