Automation Engineer

Eakin Healthcare

Comber, United Kingdom
Objective based bonus; benefits: bonus, 25 days ho...
Hybrid
Plc programming siemens allen-bradley omron mitsubishi b&r
Hmi and industrial network experience
Panel design assembly and testing
Eakin Healthcare is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, develop, and support automated manufacturing systems within a regulated medical device environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation, programming, and compliance with safety and quality standards, while benefiting from a supportive company culture that prioritizes employee wellbeing

Job Summary

  • This role is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and support of automated manufacturing systems within a regulated medical device environment.
  • The company offers a bonus structure, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays rising to 28, and a comprehensive wellbeing programme including health cash plans and pension.
  • The position requires hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and machinery safety standards while collaborating with internal teams and external vendors.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Eakin Healthcare is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, develop, and support automated manufacturing systems within a regulated medical device environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation, programming, and compliance with safety and quality standards, while benefiting from a supportive company culture that prioritizes employee wellbeing.

Salary

Objective based bonus; Benefits: Bonus, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 28), Wellbeing Programme, Health Cash Plan, Pension, Life Assurance, Enhanced Maternity/Paternity, Cycle to Work Scheme, Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards, Free Parking

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PLC programming Siemens Allen-Bradley Omron Mitsubishi B&R
  • HMI and industrial network experience
  • Panel design assembly and testing
  • Robotics vision systems motion control servo drives
  • Machinery safety standards knowledge
  • Troubleshooting in production environment
  • Regulated quality-driven environment experience

Nice-to-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Automation or Electrical Engineering
  • Medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
  • ISO 13485 FDA QSR validation methodologies IQ OQ PQ
  • Lean Manufacturing continuous improvement tools
  • OPC UA SCADA system configuration integration
  • Capital project delivery and supplier management
  • Industry 4.0 digitalisation concepts

Key Requirements

  • HND in Engineering Automation Electrical Electronic or comparable equivalent
  • Significant experience in automation or control role within manufacturing
  • Hands-on PLC programming experience with major brands
  • Experience working within a regulated or quality-driven environment

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