Automation Engineer
Wellingborough
Salary up to £65k plus good benefits

Our Wellingborough based client is a full service, global engineering, repair and logistics company providing best cost solutions to many of the worlds' premier brands. They support the entire product life cycle, from original design input, pre-sales testing, local customisation and configuration through to field support activities that include technical assistance as well as product repair, replacement and refurbishment programs.

With a brand new site in Wellingborough, they are now are seeking an Automation Engineer to join their team in developing and maintaining automated systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background and expertise in continuous improvement methodologies.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Preparation and assembly and part manufacture drawings to BS8888 standard in aid of quotation, manufacturing and build purposes.
Fabricate and weld components for automation systems
Develop and implement code for controlling electro-mechanical systems
Develop control system software
Test and debug source code
Assist with maintaining and optimising code for existing electrical systems
Follow best practices for software version control and documentation
Devise and perform tests to identify the root cause of problems 
Utilise mechanical knowledge to design and implement automation solutions
Program and troubleshoot logic controllers for efficient system operation
Conduct root cause analysis on automation failures
Create and interpret schematics using GD&T principles
Ability to innovate and create cost effective concept designs for customer approval
Liaise with various suppliers to select the optimal solution
Collaborate with the engineering team to develop automation projects 
Skills & qualifications

Degree in Mechanical design, Software engineering or related field.
Proficiency in SolidWorks and CAD software
Experience with fabricating and welding components
Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer or Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics or a comparable technical degree
3+ years of either ST (Structured Test) OR C#/C++ experience with an emphasis on PLC or motion controllers programming. Ladder Logic, Raspberry Pi, Arduino are all plus skills, but ST and/or Embedded C/C++/C# are necessary.
Experience with machine-control APIs
Familiarity developing machine controls for complex systems
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal 
Strong mechanical knowledge for automation system design
Excellent data analysis skills
Experience of root cause analysis
Familiarity with logic controllers and continuous improvement methodologies
Ability to conduct root cause analysis on automation issues
Competency in interpreting schematics using GD&T principles
High level of communication skillsOn offer is a competitive salary up to £65k plus a good benefits package.

If interested, please apply here or call Kim to discuss further