We have an exciting opportunity for an Automation Technician to join our client who are based in Basildon on a permanent basis.

The role is very varied and requires a good understanding of electrical drawings, control panel specification/design, PLC programming, touchscreens, and controls along with an understanding of vision and SCADA systems.

You will be required to work with the electricians and panel builders to design/build the control system, then program and commission the machines at the factory and on site.

Some of the typical duties are as follows:

* Designing PLC based electrical control systems from design specifications.
* Programming PLC, Touchscreen and Safety Configurable relay systems.
* Configuring Remote I/O, servo motor and inverter drives.
* Integrating ancillary equipment into the production lines such as vision systems etc.
* Fault finding electrical control systems, PLC, and hardwired systems.
* Commissioning, support, and service work at customers' sites.

A certain amount of travel is required to support our worldwide customer base.

Training will be provided to familiarise the successful applicant with the specialist machinery and equipment the company supplies.

The salary for this position is between £40,000 - £50,000 per annum DOE.

If you have the relevant skills and experience, please apply with your CV attached to your application.