Description:

Our client, a leading medical device manufacturer requires an Automation Engineer, responsible for providing technical leadership and software development to automation and control projects.

Responsibilities include;

Develop and implement new technologies, controls and vision systems to improve cost and quality of existing strategic medical device products

Facilitate internal resources and outside vendors in developing technical solutions for automated equipment. Interface with equipment vendors to ensure successful machine delivery, integration and manufacturing validation.

Develop and manage project schedules/detailed work plans in order to meet overall project goals. Communicate status of project activities on a regular basis.

Support product, platform and cost improvement programs by delivering qualified vision systems and acquisition software, machine controls and PLC/SCADA software. Interface with SQA, QA and Operations groups to successfully validate software systems. Author and execute software test scripts as required.

Provide automation requirements and implement solutions for product lines and/or capacity expansions.

Provide technical and controls core competency support, including training to Operations and Engineering personnel on an as-needed basis, including possible off-hours, remote and onsite coverage rotation.

Travel to vendor locations for project reviews may be required.

Experience:

Ideally Electrical, Electro-Mechanical, Computer Systems or Electronic Engineering or other similar Technology Degree Qualified in a relevant discipline with 3 plus years’ relevant industrial experience.

Experience with equipment build, process automation, machine vision systems development and medical products is an advantage.