Engineering support is vital to ensure production downtime is minimized, machine performance is continually enhanced, and improved efficiencies are achieved on the line. DFI Leeds is a manufacturing facility with complex plant and equipment requiring dedicated engineering support to prevent and troubleshoot machine issues as they arise.

• Experience fault finding and writing PLC code inMitsubishi andSiemens TIA/S7
• Mitsubishi communication experience, CC-Link, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, Remote I/O set up and configuration, hardware installation and software diagnostics
• SCADA experience, integration and modification, we use CITECT SCADA by Schneider
• HMI programming, using IX Developer or E-Designer, E1100 HMIs, Beijer Automation
• Proficient in Inverter drives, Mitsubishi, Danfoss, installing, commissioning and fault finding.

Electrical Qualifications as a minimum, NVQ Level 3 equivalent, HNC in a related field preferred but not a deal breakerIdeally an operational back ground 70/30 office based/hands on support;In a proven role similar for 5 years minimumDuties of the role:

• Electrical & Mechanical preventative and reactive maintenance on machinery and equipment
• Ensure that equipment is fit for purpose on a daily basis and attend breakdowns as necessary
• Document and monitor all line downtime and breakdowns
• Ensure a robust shift handover, report issues to be prioritised
• Ensure critical issues are raised to minimise disruption to operational performance

Who are we looking for?

• Electrically biased Multi Skilled, Controls and Automation Engineer,
• Significant post apprenticeship experience
• Engineering qualification in Electrical and / or Mechanical maintenance
• Manufacturing industry experience, ideally FMCG, Packaging or Food
• Extensive skills in relation to Electrical Systems, Electrical Control, Fault finding and Mechanical Engineering
• Experienced in PLCs, programming, integration and installation