About this role
Working closely with the automation team, the new automation software engineer will support the ongoing development of the FlexLogIC automation control and scheduling software. Do you have experience of programming, testing and database applications? Would you like to work in a high-technology production environment? If so, this could be the opportunity for you. Key tasks:Work closely with the automation team to improve the FlexLogIC software to allow for unmanned runningWork closely with the automation team and external contractors on debugging the FlexLogIC softwareImprove the current FlexLogIC line which could benefit future linesImprove the error handling of the systemDevelop feedback from sensors and test databases to predict maintenance activities and process changesQualifications and training:Degree or post-graduate qualification (or similar in Electronical Engineering or Computer Science)Siemens TIA training course (an advantage)Beckhoff Training course (an advantage)On the job training courses - Microsoft (SQL an advantage)Skills and experience:Experience of designing PLC code to meet specified functional requirementsExperience of creating functional design specification documents (an advantage)Experience of creating automation test specification documents (an advantage)Track record of solving control issues in a high-technology production environment (an advantage)Familiarity with clean room protocols (ideally in semiconductor environment) an advantageExperience of programming and testing Siemens TIA PLCsExperience of programming and testing Siemens WINCC SCADAExperience of programming and testing Beckhoff PLCs (an advantage)Interfacing with real-time database applications to manage critical informationKnowledge of SECS/GEM communication protocol (an advantage)Experience with SQL Server (an advantage)Some knowledge of c#.net