Controls Engineer

3 days ago


Sligo, Sligo, Ireland Kaon Automation Full time

KAON Automation is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to excel in the field of automation.
KAON Automation have been providing custom designed automation solutions to leading manufacturing companies globally since 2005 and have a proven track record of providing innovative and flexible solutions.
A successful candidate will work on challenging, innovative projects within a highly technical and collaborative working group.
As a Controls Engineer you will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of complex controls systems for automation equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
Work within the wider engineering group to develop concepts and specifications for equipment from User Requirement Specifications.
Develop and Debug machine control programs including PLC/HMI/Robotics/Motion Control/Vision/etc.
Involvement in research, development, and implementation of new control technologies
Co-ordinate and manage controls elements of build and debug of equipment.
Responsible for completing controls aspects of projects within the schedule and budget.
Liaising with customers on requirement specifications and project deliverables
Develop relationships with suppliers for equipment/component procurement.
Responsibility for design, commissioning, and safety of controls systems.
Provide guidance and direction to junior staff to help them realise designs and ensure that the customer end goals are being achieved.
Development of machine documentation to meet EU standards.
Meeting project deliverables and deadlines
Educated to degree level in a relevant engineering discipline.
Min 5 years relevant experience working on the creation of machine control systems.
Ability to program AB Control Logix, Siemens S7
Familiar with configuring, commissioning, and debugging common machine networks and drive systems.
Experience in robotics (ABB, Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Epson)
Experience of machine vision (Cognex, Keyence)
Must be keenly interested in engineering technology and remaining knowledgeable about the cutting edge of automation technology.
Excellent communication skills are vital to communicate effectively on job specification, technical direction, and issues daily.
Must be a self-starter with good attention to detail, willing to take ownership and responsibility to realise project milestones and timelines.
Project management experience advantageous
Proven track record in delivering solutions.
Current driving license and able to travel as required.
Attractive Salary Package.
Pension Scheme
Training and development
Key Requirements
Educated to degree level in a relevant engineering discipline.
Min 5 years relevant experience working on the creation of machine control systems.
Ability to program AB Control Logix, Siemens S7
Familiar with configuring, commissioning, and debugging common machine networks and drive systems.
Experience in robotics (ABB, Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Epson)
Experience of machine vision (Cognex, Keyence)
Must be keenly interested in engineering technology and remaining knowledgeable about the cutting edge of automation technology.
Excellent communication skills are vital to communicate effectively on job specification, technical direction, and issues daily.
Must be a self-starter with good attention to detail, willing to take ownership and responsibility to realise project milestones and timelines.
Project management experience advantageous
Proven track record in delivering solutions.
Current driving license and able to travel as required.
Salary and Benefits
Attractive Salary Package.
Pension Scheme
Training and development


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