Job Title
Automation Engineer
We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Engineer to join our team at Randox Laboratories, a leading company in the Diagnostics and Healthcare sector. As an Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, servicing, and installing PLC/Automation systems within regulatory guidelines.
About the Role
This is a varied role that requires developing a range of skills, including:
* Developing design concepts based on user requirements.
* Contributing to functional requirement specifications.
* Designing mechanical systems from concept to prototype.
* Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for testing, verification, and validation.
* Selecting COTS products for use with designs.
* Liaising with purchasing departments for supplier evaluation.
* Maintaining technical documentation, including mechanical drawings and work instructions.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:
* Conducting FMEA analysis for equipment designs.
* Contributing to risk and hazard analysis.
* Producing reports on project status.
* Ensuring high-quality system design to meet compliance standards.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A degree in engineering or relevant working experience.
* Experience with PLC, Robots, and Scada.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Desirable Qualifications
It would be advantageous to have:
* Experience with similar process machinery.
* Working knowledge of quality systems and health and safety protocols.
Location and Working Hours
The role is based at our site in Antrim, Northern Ireland, and offers a full-time, permanent contract with 40 hours worked over four days per week (Monday to Thursday).
Salary
We offer a competitive salary range of £55,000 - £65,000 per annum, depending on experience.