The graduate Equipment Design Engineer will join a team of highly skilled design engineers. This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate engineer to develop innovative skills in all aspects of machine design.  You will have the opportunity of working with leading edge automation technologies such as robotics, vision systems, drives, controls systems etc. You will be assigned a mentor to guide you through the learning process of such technologies. We invest in your training and development and provide the support and experience you need to help you fulfil your potential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the mechanical design of complex automation equipment.
• Presentations to customers and management of machine designs.
• Research and co-ordinate the introduction and implementation of new technologies.
• Provide support to the machine build team during build and debug of the machines.
• Liaise and communicate with the different project team members.
• Responsible for ensuring that timelines and targets are achieved.

Key Skills that will be learned

• 3D CAD modelling of machines in Solid Works.
• Create innovative concept proposals to challenging tasks.
• Design mechanisms including the integration of technologies that perform reliably.
• Size mechanical systems to meet the demands of the equipment life cycle.
• To have a clear understanding of CE and safety requirements.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
• Excellent communication skills.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Qualification to level 7 or 8 in Mechanical Engineering, Tool Design or equivalent.
• Passion and commitment for working with leading edge automation technologies.

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The Equipment Design Engineer is a highly technical role that is crucial to the success of producing the company’s high quality automation equipment for use in the Medical Device and Pharma industries. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Design Engineer to work as part of the engineering project team. You will have the opportunity of working with leading edge automation technologies such as robotics, vision systems, drives, controls systems etc. The role contributes significantly to the continued success of Ward Automation.

 Responsibilities

• Responsible for the mechanical design of complex automation equipment
• Presentations to customers and management of machine designs
• Research and co-ordinate the introduction and implementation of new technologies
• Provide support to the machine build team during build and debug of the machines.
• Liaise and communicate with the different project team member
• Responsible for ensuring that timelines and targets are achieved

Key Skills

• Strong experience in 3D CAD modelling (Solidworks preferred)
• Capability to create innovative concept proposals to challenging tasks
• Track record in designing mechanisms including the integration of technologies that perform reliably
• Ability to size mechanical systems to meet the demands of the equipment life cycle
• Have a clear understanding of CE and safety requirements
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
• Excellent communication skills

Experience/Qualifications

Applicants should have at least 3 years design experience

Qualification to level 7 or 8 in Mechanical Engineering, Tool Design or equivalent

Apply by email to: careers@wardautomation.ie

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The graduate Automation Controls Engineer will join a team of a highly skilled group of controls engineers. This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate Engineer to develop programming skills in all aspects of machine control systems.  You will have the opportunity of working with leading edge automation technologies such as robotics, vision systems, drives, controls systems etc. You will be assigned a mentor to guide you through the learning process of such technologies. We invest in your training and development and provide the support and experience you need to help you fulfil your potential.

 Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing the control programs
• Liaising with your mentor and design team specify controls systems hardware
• Assist in the introduction and implementation of new control technologies
• Working with the mechanical engineers assist in the debug of the machine programs
• Liaise and communicate with the different project team members
• Responsible for ensuring that timelines and targets are achieved

Key Skills that will be learned

• Programming of PLC’s, HMI’s, Robots, Servos, Instrumentation devices
• Configuring of coms and networks
• Develop the understanding of the controls and functionality of each machine area
• Interpret electrical and pneumatic drawings
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
• Excellent communication skills
• Machine Vision and electrical CAD software

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

Qualified to Honours degree (level 8) in a Controls related discipline

Passion and commitment for working with leading edge automation technologies

Apply by email to: careers@wardautomation.ie

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The Automation Controls Engineer is a highly technical role that is crucial to the success of producing the company’s high quality automation equipment for use in the Medical Device and Pharma industries. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Controls Engineer to work as part of the engineering project team. You will have the opportunity of working with leading edge automation technologies such as robotics, vision systems, drives, controls systems etc. The role contributes significantly to the continued success of Ward Automation.

 Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing the control programs
• Liaising with the design team specify controls systems hardware
• Research and co-ordinate the introduction and implementation of new control technologies
• Working with the mechanical engineers systematically debug the machine programs
• Liaise and communicate with the different project team members
• Responsible for ensuring that timelines and targets are achieved

Key Skills

• Programming of PLC’s, HMI’s, Robots, Servos, Instrumentation devices
• Configuring of coms and networks
• Ability to understand the controls and functionality of each machine area
• Ability to interpret electrical and pneumatic drawings
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience in Machine Vision and electrical CAD software is an advantage

Experience/Qualifications

Qualified to Honours degree (level 8) in a controls related discipline

Three years’ experience in a similar role

Apply by email to: careers@wardautomation.ie

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Machine build is a highly technical craft role that is crucial to the success of producing the company’s high quality automation equipment for use in the Medical Device and Pharma industries. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced equipment technician to work as part of the engineering project team. You will have the opportunity of working with leading edge automation technologies such as robotics, vision systems, drives, controls systems etc. It’s a hands on role that involves the mechanical and electrical assembly and debug of complex machines. The role contributes significantly to the continued success of Ward Automation.

 Responsibilities

• Working from the design drawings to perform the mechanical and electrical assembly of bespoke machines
• Mechanical, electrical and pneumatic debug of machines
• Liaise and communicate with the different project team members
• Responsible for the quality of the build
• Responsible for ensuring that machine build timelines and targets are achieved

Key Skills

• Ability to interpret electrical, mechanical and pneumatic drawings
• Capable of clearly understanding the functionality of the equipment being built
• Ability to troubleshoot and develop creative solutions both mechanically and electrically
• A high degree of craft skill with the ability to setup machines to fine tolerances to produce the desired results
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient computer skills in MS office, experience with mechanical and electrical CAD software is an advantage

Experience/Qualifications

Qualified Electrician or Fitter or Level 7 in a relevant engineering discipline

Three years’ experience in a similar role

Apply by email to: careers@wardautomation.ie

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