Lead Automation Engineer
080129921

£50,000 - £55,000 Per Annum

Full Time

Permanent

East Midlands, East Midlands

Engineering And Technical

Posted 4 days ago

Expires In 24 Days

Job Description

Job Role: Lead Automation Engineer 
Salary: 50k-55k D.O.E
Location: Locations: Hinckley, Leicestershire and various client sites across the UK (HYBRID) 
Monday- Friday 

Join Our Team as a Lead Automation Engineer!
Are you a passionate engineer with a knack for automation? We're seeking a Lead Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team and drive innovation in our processes!
What You'll Do:
  • Programming of PLC's using Allen Bradley (Studio 5000) and Siemens (TIA Portal) as a Lead Automation Engineer
  •  Testing and debugging automation system controls
  • Analysing electrical drawings and schematics to ensure effective system integration as Lead Automation Engineer
  • Provide technical support and guidance to clients during installation, commissioning, and operational phases of projects
  • Maintain knowledge of the latest industry trends and advancements in automation, PLC programming, HMI developments, and robotics
  • Adopt safe systems of work (RAMS)
  • Observe the requirements of any Permit to Work issued by site Duty Holders
  • You will need
  • +5-Years’ experience in software authoring in similar industrial sectors as a Lead Automation Engineer
  • Proficiency with P&IDs and instrumentation/control equipment
  • Knowledge of the implementation of IEC 61131 with understanding of “S88 Batch” and “State Machine” methodology
  • Knowledge of other PLC programming languages (e.g., Ladder diagram, Structured Text, Function Block Diagram) and familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet IP, Profinet, Modbus, Profibus).
  • Proficient IT skills and experience in using MS Power Automate, MS VBA and cloud technology API’s
  • Good organisational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • A team player and customer focused
  • Clean Driving Licence
Qualifications and Licences
  • Certifications in PLC programming, HMI development, Scada development BTEC, HNC or Diploma in Software Engineering or evidence of an equivalent 'time served' engineering qualifications CSCS Card or equivalent and valid site safety passport (Desirable as a Lead Automation Engineer 

Kirsty Reeves

Kirsty.Reeves@pertemps.co.uk

0116 2554641

Division 080

Pertemps Leicester

7 Oak Spinney Park

Leicester Forest East

Leicestershire

LE3 3AW

0116 255 4641

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