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Site Automation EngineerRuncorn Circa £59,000 + BonusRotating Shift (3 Week Pattern followed by 7 off) Due to significant investment and automation activities on a large world class manufacturing site, we have a recruitment drive for PLC biased Electrical Controls Engineers. Newly created roles!Reporting to the Site Controls & Automation Manager, you will be responsible for automation, controls and electrical systems of the production plant.Key Responsibilities – Site Automation EngineerResponsible for the development, implementation, documentation, test and maintenance of software, for:- Inverter drives- Programmable safety systems- PLCs- Servo drives-SCADA system- Operator interface (HMI) screensTrain and provide advice to Engineers and Operators as requiredPLC alterations & improvementsNew installations, including programming of softwareEnsuring machines and equipment are safe, working efficiently and fit for purposeYou’ll collaborate across teams and contribute to key improvement projects, while gaining experience with a variety of control systemsDiagnose and troubleshoot complex machine faults to reduce downtimeDevelop automation skills and techniques through OEM trainingCoach and mentor Maintenance Engineers on control systemsProactive in detecting, reporting, diagnosing and predicting potential or existing software and electronic issues on all equipmentYou’ll be involved in fault-finding, diagnostics, and implementing permanent solutions to ensure safety, quality, and efficiencyRequirements & Qualifications – Site Automation EngineerMust possess an electrical engineering qualification (HNC/HND Level)A working knowledge of PLC systems and HMI softwareExperience maintaining electrical/control systems on complex process and/or high-speed production equipmentExperience troubleshooting, testing, and repairing instrumentation devicesExperience in PLC touch screen controls and electrical maintenanceProblem solving and root cause analysis experiencePLC programming skillsTime served Electrical EngineerAutomation / Controls apprentice with several years post qualification work experience within a manufacturing environmentHNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalentAbility to fault find and implement program modifications on a range of PLCs & SCADAKnowledge of servo drives and invertersExperience of fault-finding on industrial communication networksExperience of designing & modifying control circuits and program logicWhat we can offer – Site Automation EngineerBest-in-class learning and development support from day oneYearly BonusMatched Pension up to 12%An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional plus 7 days off every 4 weeks on working patternShare save scheme and exceptional reward eventsFor more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on 01453 796617 or send a copy of your CV to details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website would suit someone with a background as: an electrical maintenance engineer, PLC engineer, Automation Engineer or Electrical Engineer in a manufacturing environment