Job Title: Automation Service Engineer EICA- Electrical Instrumentation Controls Automation
Job Location: Remote
Job type: Permanent
Our Client, a global engineering company, is seeking an Automation Service Engineer (EICA) for a permanent position. This opportunity is vital to our client's growth strategy of providing high-quality engineering and project services to their end-user clients. Candidates should be willing to obtain SC clearance.
Role
The Automation Service Engineer (EICA Electrical Instrumentation Controls Automation) role is home-based/remote working responsible for providing 24/7 remote and onsite support on a rota basis to a multi-industry client base. Reporting to the Service Operations Manager, this role will form a key part in the success of the continued growth and expansion of our automation service capabilities.
Main Responsibilities
* Operate a variety of PLC/PC software application automation packages and use programmers to diagnose faults on automated systems.
* Connect remotely on various platforms to clients' PC/PLC/SCADA applications and diagnose issues on unfamiliar applications.
* Complete PC health checks, replace hard drives, and backup and restore applications.
* Survey automation systems and deliver adoption/obsolescence reports, advising clients on risks and upgrade paths.
* Make minor modifications to PLC code and systems, with the ability to read code and adjust sequences to continue production.
* Support the sales team with technical solutions and estimates by selecting and specifying PLC/HMI/SCADA hardware and software.
Qualifications and Experience
* Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Control Systems, or a relevant discipline and/or completed an engineering apprenticeship.
* Experience in a commissioning or maintenance role, with the ability to fault find across multiple PLC manufacturers and types (Siemens, Rockwell, Omron, Schneider, Mitsubishi).
* Understanding of electrical systems with experience on Siemens, Rockwell, and Omron PLC systems.
* Ability to attain security clearance such as SC and CTC.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary.
* Paid holidays and sick pay.
* Comprehensive benefits package including pension, life assurance, employee assistance program, employee referral scheme, and discounts with high street brands.
* Training opportunities.
* Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
* Dedication to safety.
* Access to business resource groups.
* Training on our company values.
* Allowance for company vehicle.
What's next?
The list of responsibilities and benefits is not exhaustive. Please send your CV and contact me straight away if this role sounds like it could be your next career move, and I will tell you all about it.
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