Automation & Controls Engineer

Team Horizon is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer for our client in Kildare on an initial 12-month contract.
 
Why you should apply:

• You will join an innovative team, working among a diverse group of visionaries, thinkers and doers, working on developing pioneering solutions that lead to shared success.


• You enjoy working in a culture of learning and collaboration and making a positive impact.

 
What you will be doing:

• Monitoring and controlling equipment on site.


• Ensures that all equipment is in a safe state and maintenance is carried out as safely as possible.


• Modelling the controls system and track changes; Troubleshooting the controls system problems, Systematic problem solving, delivering operational efficiency, maintenance, testing and commissioning solutions; driving capital budgets for system upgrades; providing technical leadership to IFM and contractors.


• Provide projects and sustaining controls engineering support at our facilities. Act as a System Owner of the sites PLC controls system.


• Work Closely with the Sustaining Facilities controls Engineers. Understand and model the operational excellence of the team.


• Any other duties as assigned.

What you need to apply:

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Instrument/Controls Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university with an emphasis on power/utility systems is required.


• 5+ years’ experience with Allen Bradley Control Logix hardware.


• Strong experience with SCADA and PLC controls system.


• Ability to act as a system owner of the site’s PLC system.


• Ability to work effectively as an individual with minimal direction, and as part of a larger team.


• Must have excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrate the application of structured problem-solving methods and tools.


• Excellent Knowledge of computer software such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Projects is required.