Konecranes
Ports and Terminals
AutomationSystemsEngineer
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“Automation Systems Engineer at Konecranes. Skills: Automation systems, Controls engineering, PLC programming, Commissioning. Design control systems. Develop PLC software”
Industry & Context.
Problem solving; Fault finding; Troubleshooting; Methodical problem solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
HNC/HND or higher in Electrical Engineering, Previous experience in automation or controls engineering, Industrial site experience, PLC programming using IEC61131 languages, Siemens automation systems, Industrial electrical systems, Control panels, Fault finding and troubleshooting, Electrical drawings and documentation, Commissioning and site-based engineering work
Nice to Have
Rockwell or Schneider PLC systems, SCADA systems, EPLAN Electric, Python, C#, JavaScript, or database systems, Materials handling, ports, conveyors, or waste recycling systems, Panel wiring or installation experience
What You'll Do.
Design control systems
Design electrical systems
Design control systems
Produce electrical drawings
Modify electrical drawings
Commission systems on site
Troubleshoot live systems
Support commissioning activities
Modify electrical panels
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Project team; Senior engineers
Communication Scope
Communicate clearly
Full Job Description
TBA Doncaster, a Konecranes company , is a leading international provider of software and services for ports and terminals. We aim to support our customers during the entire life cycle of their operation from design to implementation to optimisation of their operation. We believe that simplicity lies at the heart of performance of warehouses and container terminals. Our automation team delivers control systems and software for conveyor systems, machine handling, waste recycling plants, and industrial process applications. Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an Automation Systems Engineer to join our Doncaster office on a permanent basis. This role would suit a practical, mid-level engineer who enjoys problem solving, commissioning, and working as part of a close engineering team. We are looking for someone with solid engineering fundamentals, a good attitude, and the willingness to continue developing technically. Reporting to the Automation Director, and working under the direction of the Senior Engineers you will work across the full project lifecycle including design, software development, testing, commissioning, and customer support. The role You will be involved in a variety of automation and controls projects, both in the office and on customer sites. Typical responsibilities will include: * PLC software development and testing using Siemens systems (TIA Portal and Step 7) * HMI and SCADA development * Electrical and control system design * Producing and modifying electrical drawings using EPLAN * Hardware specification and configuration * Site commissioning and fault finding * Supporting customers with automation and control system issues * Debugging and troubleshooting live systems * Working alongside senior engineers on larger projects * Supporting FATs, SATs, and commissioning activities * Minor electrical panel modifications where required Projects are varied and often fast paced, so the role requires someone who can communicate well, work
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