GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
Leacroft Road, Warrington, Cheshire Cheshire WA3 6JF
GEA UK has a requirement for an Automation Engineer to be based in their Warrington office. The role will involve working within a multi-disciplinary engineering team to support deliver of automation scope in a full project lifecycle.The role would be suited to a proactive and resourceful individual.
Your responsibilities and tasks:
Key tasks:
Development of project documentation such as Functional Design Specification, Software Design Specification and FAT Test schedules in line with user requirements and process design
Architect, develop and debug PLC code with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable
Supporting and contribute to wider project documents such as System Architecture and I/O Schedules
Support commissioning activities by carrying out I/O Testing, configuration of equipment over fieldbus networks, setup PID loops and assist in water/product testing.
Instrumentation and sensor interface, data logging, and communication interfaces with other industrial processors
Ensure that all equipment, processes, and methodologies comply with applicable standards, company policy and all Health and Safety Regulations and Codes
Your profile and qualifications:
Comfortable with programming and development of Siemens/Rockwell & Wonderware automation platforms. (Siemens Step 7, Rockwell RSLogix/Studio 5000)
Familiarity with Ethernet PLC to PLC and PLC to SCADA communications.
Knowledge of Profibus, Profinet and the configuration of I/O devices on these networks.
Familiarity with SCADA systems connected to multiple PLCs – Wonderware InTouch, FactoryTalk preferable but other SCADA systems such as iFix or Siemens WinCC are alternatives.
Other skills that would be advantageous but not essential are:
Working understanding of general plant systems in FMCG industry (ie. pneumatic, electrical, process)
Knowledge of SQL and MES
An understanding of VMWare and virtual environments
Qualifications
An engineering degree or a higher technical qualification is normally required. Relevant experience with the willingness and ability to investigate and resolve control system issues is more important.
Location
Normal place of work will be Warrington. However, occasional domestic and international travel may be required to visit clients’ sites.
Experience
5 Years+ experience with Siemens/Rockwell & Wonderware automation platforms stated in the technical requirements above
Experience in working in a process engineering environment. Basic understanding of hygienic liquid process systems would be advantageous.
Control and programming and of VSDs, instrumentation and valves.
Ability to design control systems from P&ID’s & Process Data Sheets
Generation of project documentation
Microsoft Office literate
Must be proactive and resourceful
Teamwork and Co-operational skills
Planning and Organisational skills
Technical and professional knowledge
Understanding health and safety requirements
GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.
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