Job Description

Senior Automation Engineer for Sampling, Preparation, and Analysis - Mining

Help the global mining industry get optimum quality control with your automation knowledge. Joining a team of more than 11,000 people working across more than 60 countries, you will be part of an agile network of talented and ambitious people. In fact, we count on you to engage, connect and collaborate with colleagues all over the world. Seize the opportunity to learn, create and develop your potential with us.

We have an exciting opportunity available for a Senior Automation Engineer to join the team and take a crucial role in the global software team. Based in Chennai, this role will include working in state-of-the-art automated laboratories around the world. These laboratories are designed to run 24/7 for 365 days a year. And some of the key benefits are greater throughput, better workplace ergonomics, and safety for the operators. This role is responsible for the establishment and support of the control system in an automated laboratory (for both greenfield and brownfield projects). This role requires both domestic and international travel, so the successful incumbent must be available for travel at short notice.

Your responsibilities

Program/configure/debug/test HMI, PLC, Robot (RAPID) and FLSmidth Control System (Prepmaster, Control-Track Sample Manager).

Combination of Onsite installation and commissioning of new systems, troubleshooting existing installations remotely or in the field and Perth-based customer support and project work.

Support R&D, roster program and on-call support for critical systems

Assist proposal team with review of customer specifications, suggest existing and new technical solutions

Play a key role by participating in Factory Acceptance Testing Work with our customers, partners, vendors and manufacturers

Supports technical development of members within the team

Ensure continuous improvement in equipment, work processes and systems by identifying and logging opportunities for improvement and promoting and supporting team-based initiatives for improvement

Understand and comply with Health Safety and Environment Policy requirements

What you bring

At least 8 years of experience in a similar field guideline

Ownership and responsibility as the lead automation engineer

Knowledge of process plant design

Ability to contribute to the software team through critical thinking and applying engineering knowledge and/or experience

Tertiary Qualification in Electrical / Control System / Mechatronic Engineering or scientific discipline of electronics or mechatronics

Mechanical, electrical and software troubleshooting ability.

Strong experience in configuration, programming and commissioning of PLCs (Siemens S7 preferred), variable speed drives, barcode scanners and safety devices

Strong experience in SCADA's preferably Siemens WINCC & SQL

Strong experience in robotics (ABB, Mitsubishi, Epson)

Strong experience in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Ability to work in a team or individually on multiple concurrent projects.

Willingness to learn and undergo job-specific training (e.g. software/project/sampling)

Demonstrated ability to deliver in a fast-paced, changing environment while maintaining a high attention to detail.

Strong communication and documentation skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

What we offer

A competitive remuneration package on offer

Job security in a volatile market - FLSmidth has 136 years of successful operation within a global environment.

Development and training within a respected global OEM company.

Access to salary packaging options to allow you to maximise your after-tax income

An equal opportunity employer

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. Applicants must be able to comply with the ongoing COVID19 restrictions, guidelines and mandates.

Other Relevant Information

Travel - Domestic and international travel is expected in this role. Volumes will vary based on the requirements of the role. For any clarification, please contact sudeep.sar@flsmidth.com.

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