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SonocoAutomation Engineer
LocationGBR - Chesterfield - G031
Work modeon-site
SenioritySenior
Company size10,000+ people
PostedNov 17, 2023 · 2y ago
Verified live16h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Provide technical support across electrical, mechanical and automation disciplines
Configuration and programming of controllers and visualizations using Siemens (Simatic Manager, TIA Portal, WinCC flexible)
Project planning and programming of drive technology and servo drives – emphasis on SEW Drive and Allen Bradley
Development, conception, design and creation of hardware / circuit diagrams
Automation troubleshooting following a recognisable process
Experience with bus systems: Profinet, Profibus, ASI bus, CAN bus
Project Management and Coordination of site automation projects
Utilise AutoCad/Cad systems for documentation, 2D CAD drawings of control panels, P&IDs, wiring diagrams
Provide onsite services for start-up or troubleshooting
Support and lead automation activities at Chesterfield and Bradford sites
Develop HMI’s for operator use
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve automation issues
Write programs for new automatic and semi-automatic machines and conveyor systems for Siemens and Allen Bradley hardware
Debug and test new or modified PLC and robotic programs on production floor
Conduct comprehensive machine and system testing
Safe and efficient operation of equipment throughout site
Installation, commissioning, breakdown analysis and repair of production and plant equipment
Identify areas for engineering improvements to increase safety, quality, efficiency, reduce waste
Assist with training company apprentices and shift engineers
Assist with developing operational manuals for newly designed machines and conveyor systems
Assist in risk assessment of newly designed machines with emphasis on machine safety
Help refine and develop programming standards and methods
Coordinate with other engineers on large systems and machines
Maintain and enhance software and robotics solutions for two sites
Maintain and document software changes for equipment modifications
Work with Manufacturing/Operations to identify and troubleshoot machine control failures
Specify instrumentation and control hardware for upgrades and future lines
Keep up with new technology and advise site accordingly
Run testing and diagnostics on IT systems to identify problems
Identifying and resolving malfunctions within system
Developing and installing new hardware or software to improve system functionality
Liaising with outside suppliers or developers for hardware/software
Creating schematics plans of system
Building robust backups for system failure access
Training shift engineers and process improvement engineers to work within systems and resolve issues
Liaising with operational staff to ensure systems complete designed tasks
Lead improvement activities/projects across site, covering all equipment and facilities
Ensure department operates within legislation, company and statutory requirements
Skills
Siemens (Simatic Manager)
TIA Portal
WinCC flexible
SEW Drive
Allen Bradley
AutoCad
2D CAD
Profinet
Profibus
ASI bus
CAN bus
PLC
robotic programs
Key Activities
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Provide technical support to all areas daily across electrical, mechanical and automation disciplines.
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Configuration and programming of controllers and visualizations systems using Siemens (Simatic Manager and TIA Portal and WinCC flexible software).
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Project planning and programming of drive technology and servo drives – with emphasis on SEW Drive as well as Allen Bradley systems.
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Development, conception, design and creation of hardware / circuit diagrams.
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Automation troubleshooting following a recognisable troubleshooting process.
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Experience with bus systems and bus technology such as “Profinet” and “Profibus” with knowledge of systems such as ASI bus and CAN bus.
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Project Management and Project Coordination of site automation projects.
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Utilise AutoCad/Cad systems to maintain documentation updates, producing 2D CAD drawings of control panels, P&IDs and electrical wiring diagrams.
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Provide onsite services to assist in start-up or troubleshooting.
•
Support and lead automation activities at both the Chesterfield and Bradford Production Sites.
•
Develop HMI’s for operator use.
•
Coordinating with cross-functional team(s) to resolve automation issues.
•
Write programs for new designed automatic and semi-automatic machines and conveyor systems for Siemens and Allen Bradley hardware.
•
Debug and test new or modified PLC and robotic programs on the production floor.
•
Conduct comprehensive machine and system testing.
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Ensure the department operates with due regard to current legislation, company and statutory requirements.
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Ensure the safe and efficient operation of equipment throughout the site.
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Installation of production and plant equipment, commissioning, breakdown analysis and repair
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Identify areas in which engineering improvements can be made to increase safety, quality, efficiency, or reduce waste.
•
Assist with the training of company apprentices and shift Engineers.
•
Assist with developing operational manuals for newly designed machines and conveyor systems.
•
Assist in risk assessment of newly designed machines with emphasis on machine safety.
•
Help refine and develop programming standards and methods.
•
Coordinate with other engineers and programmers on large systems and machines.
•
Maintain and enhance the software and robotics solutions for the two sites.
•
Maintain and document the appropriate software changes and updates to support equipment modifications and continuing operation.
•
Work with Manufacturing/Operations to identify and troubleshoot machine control failures.
•
Specify instrumentation and control hardware for equipment upgrades and future equipment lines.
•
Will keep in line with new technology and advise the site accordingly.
•
Running testing and diagnostics on IT systems to identify potential problem.
•
Identifying and resolving malfunctions within the system.
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Developing and installing new hardware or software to update and improve the functionality of systems.
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Liaising with outside suppliers or developers to source the most effective hardware or software for the company’s needs.
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Creating schematics plans of the system.
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Building robust backups that can be accessed in the event of system failure.
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Training shift Engineers and Process Improvement Engineers to work within the systems and to resolve issues on their own.
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Liaising with operational staff to ensure that systems can Complete designed tasks to
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Lead improvement activities/projects across site, covering all equipment and facilities.
Key Measurables:
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% Unplanned Downtime on focus machinery
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% Implementation of project work
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% People trained to correct operating level on focus machinery
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% People trained on problem solving
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$ saved by continuous improvement projects implemented
Legal
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.