Automation Technician

Lombard Recruitment is actively searching for an Automation Technician for our successful client. For decades, our client has been at the forefront of innovation, empowering the Pharmaceutical industry with cutting-edge process and packaging equipment. From concept to commissioning, they test, design, and deliver tailor-made solutions that keep their clients ahead of the curve. What sets them apart is their unwavering commitment to success. With a massive inventory of spare parts and always available technical support, they ensure equipment performs at its best - every day. Innovation, reliability, and ongoing partnerships are at their core. As an Automation Technician the role is very varied and requires a good understanding of electrical drawings, control panel specification/design, PLC programming, touchscreens, and controls along with an understanding of vision and SCADA systems. Experience of the pharma industry and/or explosive atmosphere regulations is desirable which involves working with the electricians and panel builders to design and build the control system and then program and commission the machines at our factory and on site. Essential: Formal Electrical Engineering Qualification (e.g. apprenticeship) The Role: - Designing PLC based electrical control systems from design specifications. - Programming PLC, touchscreen and safety configurable relay systems. - Configuring remote I/O, servo motor and inverter drives - Integrating ancillary equipment into the production lines such as vision systems fault finding electrical control systems, PLC, and hardwired systems commissioning support and service work at customers’ sites Training will be provided to familiarise the successful candidate with the specialist machinery and equipment we supply. On Offer: £40-50 per annum plus discretionary bonus o/time paid at a premium pension at 8.5% lifecover healthcare plus lots of other lifestyle benefits Global travel is a necessity and mandatory in this role. You are expected to use your own vehicle for travel in the UK and France. Wear and tear will be paid per mile