Engineering Specialist Electrical Control And Automation

Job Title: Engineering TechnicianThis person will report to the Engineering Manager.Duties & ResponsibilitiesKey Performance Areas:Manage a team of electronic technicians and electricians.Maintain electronic process control systems – hardware and software.Ensure that installation of new process control systems is done according to company standards.Maintain field hardware – loop checks/calibration, etc.Review process control philosophies and recommend optimisation.Audit process control programmes regularly and ensure that changes that are made are carried out according to ISO procedure.Ensure update information (electrical drawing, manuals, etc.) regarding electronic systems.Coordinate (program) individual machine output to optimise overall line performance.Ensure proper access control to electronic system.Fault finding and maintaining electronic equipment.Ensure current backup for electronic systems on the designated server location.Perform all relevant administrative functions.Provide second line problem solving across the plant during and after hours when required.Improving line control systems.Liaise with original equipment suppliers to provide support.Train/coach electronic technicians, electrical artisans, and machine specialists.Desired Experience & QualificationQualification, experience/skills:Recognised N6 Electrical Engineering Certificate and a trade test certificate/S4 Electrical/Electronic National Diploma.Knowledge of bottling equipment, workshop and engineering practices, tools, and apparatus.Minimum of 5 years practical experience.Minimum of 2 years' experience in maintenance of electronic systems.Minimum of 2 years' experience in PLC programming (Siemens).Minimum of 2 years' experience in Networks (Profibus/Net, EtherNet, Asi, Canbus, etc.).Minimum of 2 years' experience in Inspection and Coding.2 years' experience in managing a team.Knowledge of packaging/bottling equipment.Proven verbal and written communication skills.Knowledge of safety regulations regarding tools.Knowledge in FMCG environment will be an advantage.Knowledge of all workshop/engineering tools, machines, apparatus, and materials.Ability to work independently and under pressure.
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