Automation Systems Engineer

Job Description

We are currently seeking a project systems integration Intermediate Automation Systems Engineer with 3 years of experience programming in PLC / HMI / and SCADA for a role for a growing company that is one of the leading automation companies in New Zealand. This person will be part of a Factory Automation team involved in projects with manufacturing, robotics and vision.

This person must be passionate about the development and implementation of process improvements through the use of PLCs, HMIs and SCADA.

You will need to have demonstrated ability to lead projects and systems integration across functional teams in the design, development, and deployment of manufacturing and process automation solution.

The person must be fully conversant with a range of electrical procedures in the field of factory automation - design, programming, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, research and development.

Programming skills (PLC / HMI / SCADA) of 3 years experience required with a variety of PLCs such as:

* Rockwell - Allen-Bradley; ControlLogix / CompactLogix / MicroLogix / SLC series

Experience with designing and programming SCADA system:

* CITECT SCADA
* SCADA Platforms - InTouch, IFIX

**Experience**

1. A degree with Mechatronics courses or related field OR
2. 3 years experience as a full-time Automation Engineer delivering projects that required both PLC, HMI and SCADA programming.
3. Experience with Allen-Bradley is a must.
4. Excellent communication skills
5. Ability to learn fast.
6. Ability to build key relationships with personnel on client sites.

**Benefits**

1. One of New Zealand's leading Automation companies.
2. Competitive salary.
3. Travel pay for days away plus all expenses.
4. Wide variety of challenging client project work.
5. Personal development plans for career growth into PM or management roles.
6. Cell phone with unlimited personal use, laptop provided.
7. Healthcare insurance.
8. Travel with pool company car and per diem
9. Lot of growth potential within the company.
10. 4 weeks leave plus your birthday off.
11. Flexible hours, guaranteed 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.