Automation Engineer

PE Global  is currently recruiting for an Automation Engineer for a leading food manufacturer based in Kilkenny.

This is a permanent position.

Role:

• Programming, implementation and documentation of changes to the process automation code and systems hardware. 
• Provide automation support to production, including troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Lead process automation review with the production operating teams to identify process improvement opportunities through automation upgrades
• Work within a cross functional multidiscipline team environment and support other functions in driving performance improvements across sites
• Manage process automation interfacing with MES, ERP & IT systems.
• Develop the site process automation system as part of the site automation team
• Manage all automation related change through the clients Change Control procedures as set out in the site Quality Management System
• Develop and implement change through Operations in collaboration with the Operations Change Lead
• Support the training and ongoing development of the Process team in automation/programming skills
• Responsible for OIT, Cameras, labels and WMS Interfaces and Network

Requirements:

• 5+ years’ experience in programming within large scale process manufacturing, preferably in the Dairy, Food & Beverage or Pharma industry.
• Knowledge of RIO panels (Remote IO panels)
• Knowledge of Ethernet IP, boot strapping configuration of hardware and debugging
• Knowledge of AS-i preferable but not a requirement

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.

Please click the link below to apply, call Niamh on +353 21 4520313 or alternatively send an up to date CV to Niamh.mcdonald@peglobal.net.

***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland***