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Controls and Automation Engineer

Your new company

One of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Our portfolio includes machinery and plants as well as advanced process technology, components and comprehensive services. Guided by a strong sense of purpose, our more than 18,000 dedicated employees work to enhance the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally.

Your new role

Working under the direction of the Automation and Controls Director, the Automation Engineer programs and tests control panels with PLC, HMI/SCADA, VFDs and motor starters.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university; plus one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
  • Proven experience in industrial automation systems projects.
  • Strong skills in PLC programming for machine controls and process controls
  • Experience with Allen Bradley Rockwell and Siemens PLC, HMI and VFD systems required
  • Fluent English.
  • Knowledge in the ISA symbology standard.
  • Able to read and review control panel drawings.
  • Knowledge in batch routines.
  • Knowledge in industrial networks.
  • Knowledge in database.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Attention to detail.


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, please send your CV to danielle.furtado@hays.com.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.


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