Automation Service Engineer

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Job Location: Remote

Job type: Permanent

Our client, an engineering company, is seeking an Automation Service Engineer (EICA Engineer) for a permanent position. This role is within a highly regulated industry.

The location is flexible, UK-wide.

Candidates should be willing to obtain SC clearance.

Role

An opportunity to join a growing service team that covers a wide variety of industries and technologies. The Automation Service Engineer (EICA – Electrical Instrumentation Controls Automation) role is home-based/remote, responsible for providing rota-based, 24/7 remote and onsite support to a multi-industry client base. Reporting to the Service Operations Manager, this role is key to the continued growth and expansion of our automation service capabilities.

Main Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of PLC/PC software applications for automation and diagnose faults using programming tools.
• Connect remotely to clients\’ PC/PLC/SCADA platforms, diagnose issues, and support unfamiliar applications to troubleshoot and resolve faults.
• Perform PC health checks, replace hard drives, backup and restore applications, and survey automation systems to provide risk and upgrade reports.
• Make minor modifications to PLC code and systems, including changing PLC cards, identifying and rectifying coding issues, and reading code to move sequences.
• Support the sales team with technical solutions and estimates by selecting and specifying PLC/HMI/SCADA hardware and software.
• Observe production sequences to suggest improvements, reduce failure rates, increase productivity, and identify root causes of failures and repairs.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Control Systems, or a relevant discipline, or completion of an engineering apprenticeship.
• Experience in commissioning and/or maintenance roles, with fault-finding skills across multiple PLC manufacturers such as Siemens, Rockwell, Omron, Schneider, Mitsubishi.
• Understanding of electrical systems and experience with Siemens, Rockwell, Omron PLC systems.
• Ability to connect to OS networks using tools like Profitrace for network health diagnostics and reporting.
• Eligibility to attain security clearances such as SC and CTC.
• Competitive salary, paid holidays, and sick pay.
• Comprehensive benefits including pension, life assurance, employee assistance, referral schemes, and discounts.
• Training opportunities and a collaborative team environment.
• Allowance for a company vehicle.

What\’s next?

The responsibilities and benefits listed are not exhaustive. Please send your CV and contact details promptly if this role interests you, and I will provide further information.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan.

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