EPS Group is currently recruiting for an Automation Engineer to join our growing Automation Team. This is a full-time, permanent position reporting to the Automation Manager and will involve travel to client sites across Ireland, depending on project requirements. The role will be based out of our regional office in Ballyhaunis, Co Mayo.
The successful candidate will initially work alongside experienced automation engineers before progressing to lead and support projects independently. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work on innovative projects within the water and wastewater sectors.
Key Responsibilities
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Support the design and development of control and automation solutions for water and wastewater
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Prepare and maintain project documentation and commissioning records
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Develop and maintain PLC, HMI, SCADA, telemetry, and control system software
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Design, install and commission PLC/HMI control systems
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Support SCADA and telemetry systems
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Conduct factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), commissioning, and troubleshooting activities
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Engage with equipment and system vendors to identify and implement effective automation solutions
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Provide technical support, maintenance assistance, and troubleshooting services to existing clients
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and the standardisation of automation solutions across the business
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
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Level 8 Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related discipline
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Minimum of 3-5 years' post-graduate experience in automation, control systems, or industrial engineering environments
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Strong PLC programming experience with platforms such as Siemens, Allen Bradley, Schneider Electric, Omron, ABB, or equivalent
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Experience with SCADA systems including platforms such as AVEVA or similar
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Strong fault-finding, debugging, and problem-solving skills
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Good understanding of industrial communications and networking protocols
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Knowledge of object-oriented programming and modern automation architectures would be advantageous
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Experience within the water and wastewater sector is desirable
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Ability to work effectively in a live project environment and adapt to changing priorities
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word
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Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive customer relationships
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Self-motivated, professional, and capable of working on your own initiative
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Full clean driving licence
Compensation Package:
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Opportunities for professional development and career growth
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CPD accredited employer
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A collaborative and supportive work environment
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Flexible working options, dependent on location and role requirements
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See company website for more information on the benefits of working in EPS Group
We welcome speculative applications from individuals of all levels.
Equal Opportunity Statement - EPS Group is an equal opportunities employer.
Company Profile
Since 1968, we have grown from a modest electrical and pumping services business and developed into an innovative, internationally exporting product and service provider, now focused upon the water, wastewater and clean technology sectors, operating across the Republic of Ireland, the UK and Northern Europe.
We are an international water infrastructure specialist, one of the few genuine end-to-end service providers in the global water sector, providing large scale employment, bringing market leading and ground breaking technologies to Ireland and working to improve the country's water infrastructure.
Our vision is to be the best and most rewarding place to work for our teams, to be our customer's outstanding partner of choice and we are committed to being a Net Zero, sustainable business.
