Automation Systems Engineer

22 hours ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Abercorn Sinclair Full time
Job Opportunity:
Abercorn Sinclair is delighted to present an exciting new opportunity for a motivated individual to join our industry partner MiAlgae, a pioneering biotechnology company based in Edinburgh. As part of their development team, you will play a critical role in designing and commissioning their new Phase 2 production site.

About the Role:
The ideal candidate will have design/programming experience with a range of instrumentation, PLC, and SCADA systems, ideally within a continuous process manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for designing and configuring processes systems to improve work proficiency, working closely with Process Engineers, Production Operators, and contractors to develop an automation system to scale up MiAlgae's process.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Contribute to technical automation projects using available frameworks to meet project plans with on-time and on-budget project goals.
  • Identify the most appropriate software and protocols to be implemented for process scale-up.
  • Oversee and work with contractors to define and build controls architecture and OT network for new systems.
  • Identify and recommend automated testing processes and tools.
  • Prepare control system documentation and lead on Functional Design Specification documents (FDS) as required.
  • Highlight any gaps identified in the design stage and action.
  • Work with partners and the wider team to deliver the overall project.
  • Support knowledge for test equipment and preventative maintenance plans to maintain factory capacity and efficient product flow.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate will be educated to BEng/MEng level in a relevant technical discipline (Electrical/Control Systems Engineering) with a few years of demonstrable industry experience. You will have excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently and efficiently within a team. A competitive salary + benefits package awaits the successful candidate.

About Abercorn Sinclair:
Abercorn Sinclair is a specialist, technical recruitment consultancy based in Edinburgh. We provide bespoke talent solutions across the science & technology sectors.

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