Senior Automation Engineer
Senior Automation Engineer
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Job Description
Senior Automation Engineer (Mechatronics)
Responsibilties:
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Identify potential areas of improvement in current manufacturing and/or testing equipment and processes and manage the implementation of replacement equipment/processes
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Plan lead organise and control engineering initiatives to ensure future capacity requirements are met through sustaining existing systems and executing new projects
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Identify new technologies processes or standards that can be used in the supply chain of The Company to improve and optimise quality and reduce costs in manufacturing and assembly
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Play a lead technical role in developing automation processes across the entire supply chain
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Support outsourced automation projects including:
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Creating user requirement specifications
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Providing technical assistance
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Overseeing commissioning
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Supporting integration into current systems
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Offering long-term support for implemented projects
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Provide manufacturing insight into new product development or major changes to existing products influencing design and process decisions early in the product life cycle
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Stay updated on new product development (especially in R&D) and work closely with industrialisation throughout the development life cycle
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Lead manufacturing personnel in implementing new automation and manufacturing standards including:
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Software standards
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Project planning frameworks
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Documentation templates
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Standards for parts and processes
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Commissioning procedures and sign-offs
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Provide technical support for existing legacy equipment and systems
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Share knowledge of The Companys manufacturing processes and systems with team members to enhance their technical capabilities
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Continuously develop technical expertise to remain a specialist in automation
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Actively bridge gaps between departments and personnel within The Company by implementing effective communication strategies and integrated project planning
Qualifications Knowledge and Skills Requirements:
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BEng in Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent qualification
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7 years experience in automation engineering and development of new systems in a highly technological environment
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Understanding of electronic system design
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Understanding of mechanical system design
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Understanding of mechatronic system design
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Experience in electronic initiation and the mining industry (advantageous)
Employment Type
Full Time
