Automation Technician

JB277: Automation Technician
Location: Laindon
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum
Overview:
First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Automation Technician on behalf of one of our clients.
Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.
Duties and Responsibilities for the Automation Technician:

• Designing PLC based electrical control systems from design specifications.
• Programming PLC, touchscreen and safety configurable relay systems.
• Configuring remote I/O, servo motor and inverter drives.
• Integrating ancillary equipment into the production lines such as vision systems etc.
• Fault finding electrical control systems, PLC and hardwired systems.
• Commissioning, support and service work at customers’ sites.
• A certain amount of travel is required to support worldwide customer base.
• Training will be provided to familiarise the successful applicant with the specialist machinery and equipment used.
• The successful applicant will also be eligible for a pension scheme and other generous benefits.
• Salary will be commensurate with position and qualifications.
• The role also involves working with the electricians and panel builders to design and build the control system and then program and commission the machines at the factory and on site.

Skills and Qualifications:

• The role is very varied and requires a good understanding of electrical drawings, control panel specification/design, PLC programming, touchscreens and controls along with an understanding of vision and SCADA systems.
• Experience of the pharma industry and/or explosive atmosphere regulations is desirable.
• Must be willing to travel.

Location: Laindon
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum