Automation Specialist

3 weeks ago


Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom Barry-Wehmiller Full time

Job Summary

The Automation Specialist will work collaboratively across the organization to design, develop, and implement technical specifications for machinery software, PLC, HMI, motion controllers, and data collection and communication devices. The ideal candidate will have a strong emphasis on programming PLC ladder logic and designing Ethernet networks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with internal and external Subject Matter Experts to develop technical specifications, HDS, FDS, SDS, and test protocols.
  • Create, develop, and implement software used in the development and maintenance of company products, machinery, and related equipment.
  • Implement suitable test protocols and plans to ensure all new software satisfies specifications, striving for a "right-first time" approach.
  • Update existing and develop new, advanced electrical control software and systems for vertical packaging, flow wrapping, bag filling, and palletizing machinery and product feed systems.
  • Integrate BWFS packaging equipment with other OEM equipment, creating complete end-of-line packaging solutions.
  • Maintain project change control systems & files following any changes or testing.
  • Use available, primarily Rockwell, control hardware and software components for machine functionality, safety, and motion.
  • Work with internal and external teams to develop and manage systems for machine data collection, storage, visualization, and communication to other systems.
  • Work collaboratively to develop, maintain, and implement current and future IoT solutions related to smart machine functionality and technologies for both new and used equipment.
  • Prepare and maintain comprehensive program documentation for diagnostics, information systems, data collection, and communication with other peripheral equipment.
  • Act as a high-level specialist, providing guidance in a team environment to production assembly, service, engineering teams, and system suppliers to furnish information and documentation about software controls; perform check-out and correction of control system software as needed.
  • Interface directly with internal and external customers to analyze control system malfunctions and collaborate to meet both current and future customer expectations and specifications.
  • Remain current and proactively monitor and identify the latest industry developments and innovative technologies to move our product portfolio forward.
  • Perform complex troubleshooting/diagnostics in plant, or remotely, in partnership with internal and external customers.
  • May assist in or provide direction for production of system operation manuals and diagnostic aids for internal and external customers.


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