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Automation Control Engineer
| Posting date: | 27 January 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 February 2025 |
| Location: | Livingston, West Lothian, EH54 8SB |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 1 day per week |
| Company: | Escape Recruitment Services |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 66210/ SB_1737974674 |
Summary
Escape Recruitment's client, based in West Lothian, is seeking an experienced Control Systems Automation Engineer to enhance and industrialise their manufacturing process control system on a contract basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Upgrade and enhance control system functionality, efficiency, and reliability.
- Transition the current LabVIEW-based system to a Siemens PLC architecture.
- Develop strategies to optimise system performance and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Program and configure Siemens PLCs, integrating them into the wider manufacturing system.
- Identify and implement automation improvements to reduce downtime and enhance system integration.
- Provide troubleshooting and technical support for system issues.
- Produce detailed documentation and regular progress reports for stakeholders.
Key Skills and Qualifications
- Proven expertise in Siemens PLC programming (S7-1200/1500, TIA Portal, and WinCC).
- Experience with LabVIEW programming and hardware integration.
- Knowledge of Roll-to-Roll continuous manufacturing processes.
- Proficiency in system integration with SCADA, HMI interfaces, and industrial networks.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment.
Desirable Experience
- Familiarity with advanced control strategies (PID, closed-loop control).
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP).
- Background in system testing, commissioning, and validation.
Personal Attributes
- Detail-oriented with a proactive problem-solving mindset.
- Excellent communication skills for engaging technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the optimisation and industrialisation of cutting-edge manufacturing processes.