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Automation Engineer
Job Posted: 16 hours ago
Salary: £ 38,000 - 44,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Coventry
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to deliver high-quality programmable control systems (PLCs, Robots, HMIs, etc.) from concept through to customer handover and support. This role involves hands-on commissioning, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and contributing to digital innovation within automation systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and integrate PLC, HMI, Robot, Safety, Drive, Vision, and SCADA systems.
Produce Functional Design Specifications (FDS) based on client requirements.
Support hardware design selection (e.g., ePLAN, Pneumatics).
Conduct virtual and on-site commissioning of automation systems.
Configure and test networking and distributed I/O systems (e.g., Profinet, Ethernet/IP).
Ensure compliance with safety protocols and produce CE documentation.
Lead FAT/SAT activities and conduct training during system handover.
Provide after-sales technical support and assist with warranty claims.
Promote and integrate Industry 4.0 technologies.
Mentor junior engineers and support training initiatives.
Essential Skills & Experience:
Minimum 2 years' experience in automation engineering with strong integration background.
Proficiency in:
PLC/HMI Programming (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell, Beckhoff)
Safety Systems (TIA Safety, Rockwell, Pilz)
Robot Programming (ABB, Fanuc, Kawasaki)
Drive & Vision Systems (Siemens, SEW, Bosch, Cognex, Keyence)
Excellent communication, project management, and time-management skills.
Willingness to travel and work flexibly across locations.
Paid hourly overtime.
Preferred Qualifications:
HNC or Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
Recognised vendor training (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, ABB).
Electrical engineering background preferred.
Desirable Skills:
Electrical design (ePLAN P8), Pneumatics (Festo FluidDraw)
SCADA programming
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