Job Title: Controls Engineer – Backend Night Shift
Contract - 12 Month Rolling Location:
Galway, Ireland
About the Role
An exciting opportunity awaits an experienced Controls Engineer to join a leading manufacturing team in Galway. This role, essential for maintaining high standards in a dynamic production environment, is shift-based with 12-hour backend night shifts from 6:30 pm to 6:30 am on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and one Saturday per month. If you're passionate about automation, thrive in troubleshooting, and enjoy contributing to continuous improvement, this role offers a challenging yet rewarding career path.
Key Responsibilities Controls Troubleshooting
Expertly diagnose and resolve issues on automated manufacturing equipment, focusing on: PLCs: Specialised experience with Allen Bradley systems Vision Systems: Cognex vision system troubleshooting Servo Drives: Parker and AB Kinetix Robotics: Kuka robotic systems Electrical Troubleshooting
Utilise strong electrical diagnostic skills to address issues within automated manufacturing electrical panels and support smooth operational workflows. Maintenance and Equipment Support
Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure rapid troubleshooting and reduce downtime, maintaining optimal equipment performance. PC Hardware Troubleshooting (Desirable)
Provide additional support in diagnosing basic PC hardware issues when necessary. Essential Requirements Experience: Previous experience in a maintenance department supporting automated manufacturing equipment is essential. Technical Skills: Strong expertise in controls troubleshooting, particularly with Allen Bradley PLCs, Cognex vision systems, Parker and AB Kinetix Servo Drives, and Kuka robotics. Proven electrical troubleshooting skills in automated manufacturing environments. Familiarity with PC hardware troubleshooting is advantageous. Shift Flexibility: Ability to work backend night shifts and adapt to operational demands in a high-paced environment. If you are a skilled Controls Engineer looking to make a meaningful impact within an innovative manufacturing environment in Galway, we'd love to hear from you.
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