Controls Engineer

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The Role

The Automation and Controls Specialist is responsible for designing, programming, and implementing control strategies to optimize manufacturing processes using advanced automation technologies.  This role requires proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting systems such as PLCs, SCADA, DCS, and HMI.

While the role focuses on Smart Manufacturing and CapEx projects implementation, on a day-to-day it may also support diagnosis and resolution of issues related to control systems.

Duties

•    Design, develop, install, modify and test the programming of PLC's, Robotics, vision systems as well as supporting the sites SCADA systems.

•    Responsible for repairing, fault finding, and troubleshooting automation issues on production equipment as part of a team working in a live production environment.

•    Collaborate with team members to implement effective repairs and improvements.

•    Develop knowledge of on-site systems and equipment such as PLC's, Servo motors, vision systems and robotics to become the Site SME for these technologies. Lead or manage the development of GAMP documentation with the project team e.g. URS, FDS, FAT, SAT etc...

•    Participate and in some cases lead projects, provide technical support and make informed decisions on hardware and architecture selection.

•    Monitor and analyze opportunities for the development of new or improved tools for process improvement activities. Define the equipment and technologies to be used in the department based on experience in the area.

•    Support the site during out of hours with automation issues as part of the Automation Oncall service as part of the Automation On-call team rota.

•    Have a keen ability to fault find complex automation equipment including interrogation ofprogram code to identify issues.

•    Coach area technicians and junior control engineers as required and support problemsolving and continuous improvement efforts across all areas of Biotools.

•    Carry out justification for capital projects for the site and lead all elements of the projectwithin schedule and costs

•    Manage all Requisitions and financial needs to ensure site discretionary budgets and capitalbudgets are met.

•    Give input to the budgeting process for controls automation needs to allow the correctfinance to be put in place for execution.

•    Ensure project design and installations meet the requirement of EU directives such as the Machinery Directive and CE compliance.

•    Ensure Electrical Control Panels are built to standard and adhere to Safety of Machinery –EN60204-1.

•    Develop critical spares list for site controls and automation hardware & ensure that criticalspares are in stock or are readily available at all times. Ensure that an effective program is then maintained.

•    Investigate EHS incidents, lead RCAs and complete EHS actions as appropriate.

•    Perform all tasks with due recognition of safety, environment, GMP & plant procedures.

Who You Are

•    BEng degree in electrical/electronic/automation engineering or equivalent, with particularemphasis in the automation discipline.

•    Minimum of 7 years + industry experience in an FDA or GMP environment as an automation controls engineer. Electrician experience and qualification is desirable.

•    Experience with Robotic/pick &place Machines with high speed assembly operations required.

•    Knowledge of interfacing with and controlling of servo drive and Motion Control systems.

•    Knowledge of Vision Systems is preferable. [Cognex and other Vendors]

•    Experienced with Rockwell, Siemens S7, Telemecanique and other types of PLC Controllers.

•    In depth knowledge of automation network protocols including EtherNet IP, DeviceNet,ControlNet, Modbus and Profibus.

•    Knowledge of control systems integration with plant MES (Manufacturing Execution System).

•    Excellent problem solving and analytical ability and the ability to work as part of a team.

•    Be familiar with planned preventative maintenance approaches.

•    Excellent awareness and experience in relation to Quality and Health, Environment andSafety.

•    Management of projects through their full life-cycle.

•    Knowledge of CE marking and declaration of conformity reviews and approvals.

•    A knowledge of IT systems that support manufacturing equipment.

•    Lead Machine Improvement Initiatives to increase reliability or productivity.

•    Electrical and machine control system problem solving

•    Familiar with GMP requirements within a regulated industry.

•    Excellent verbal, written & interpersonal communication skills.

•    Motivated team player with pro-active and flexible approach to work.

•    Ability to deliver on time and meet tight deadlines.

•    The ability to work effectively within a team environment.

•    Capable of working on several projects with different businesses, priorities and designrequirements.

•    Self-motivated.

•    Keen to learn & take responsibility within a fast paced environment.

•    Training and professional development of maintenance technicians

•    Strong organisational, time management and planning ability.

•    Computer Literate in Excel, Word etc.

•    Methodical Work Approach

•    Support production teams in attaining all targets set out in the production schedule.

•    Responsible for the supervision and control of all documentation / back up systems relatedto plant controls and PLC's.

•    Responsible for negotiating and maintaining all associated support contracts.

•    Responsible for keeping all controls related equipment up to date and conforming to all internationally recognised standards.

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