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Automation Engineer - DCS

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Software Engineering
    Engineering
  • Dublin

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree or apprenticeship, 2+ years in field service, DCS/PLC experience, project management skills, English proficiency, and interpersonal abilities.
  • You will deliver support services, address customer needs, drive growth, perform system upgrades, conduct maintenance, diagnose issues, and ensure timely quality delivery and reporting.

Requirements

  • Awareness of electronic systems installation configuration implementation
  • Understand the project life cycle from requirements to delivery
  • Understanding the cost structure of service agreements and making appropriate cost-effective decisions
  • Knowledge of project management skills able to use project documentation
  • English at a proficient level able to read write and understand spoken English
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent customer handling skills
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritise work
  • Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
  • Full Ireland Driving License
  • 2+ years of experience in field service engineering
  • Experience with DCS SCADA and PLC systems
  • Degree qualification Or equivalent Apprenticeship Qualification in an area of Technology Electronics Automation Control/Instrumentation Cyber Computer Science

Responsibilities

  • - Support the LSS (Life Cycle Service & Support) business and drive the Services business growth and profitability with customer satisfaction and safety record.
  • - Responsible for the delivery of support services to customers respecting global standards and processes.
  • - Understand customer needs and resolve issues through technical knowledge.
  • - Knows customer’s site and contacts and uses Honeywell support network to provide excellent service and quality to customers.
  • - Focuses on Customer growth and development.
  • - Identifies service business opportunities in the customers’ installed base.
  • - Represents Honeywell in all customer interactions in a manner that is consistent with Honeywell values.
  • - Safety: meet the Corporate, customer and legal obligations of Health, Safety and Environment (trainings, use of PPEs and safety observations).
  • - Customer growth and development: Identifies and develops opportunities for business growth cooperating actively with sales to progress them having an active and influential role with the customer to develop the solution. Actively engages with sales to pursue the opportunities (actively generates sales leads).
  • - System upgrades and modifications (Installation/configuration/implementation & commissioning) of Honeywell’s product range including Industrial control & safety systems, 3rd party DCS Systems or SCADA products to meet customer specifications. Performs systems modification and upgrades (of different level of complexity according to job qualification).
  • - Maintain the customer equipment to the required standard regularly performs preventive maintenance and promptly intervene on maintenance needs.
  • - System diagnosis: Diagnosis and escalation for rectification of issues in application software.
  • - Quality of delivery: Deliver promptly against service request, respecting agreed timing.
  • - Internal processes and reporting: Adopt and adhere to global standard in terms of tracking of actions (tools and timing) and promptly submit timesheets and billable work to ensure on time invoicing.
  • - Application support: based on business requirements and resource planning by the company, dedicated application support will be given to selected customers.
  • - On request of management participation in progress meetings with customers.

FAQs

What is the main role of the Automation Engineer - DCS?

The main role of the Automation Engineer - DCS involves performing maintenance, audits, configuration, programming, installation, upgrades, and migration of complex Honeywell control systems.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A degree qualification or equivalent apprenticeship in Electronics, Automation, Control/Instrumentation, Cyber, or Computer Science is required, along with 2+ years of experience in field service engineering.

What kind of experience is necessary for this role?

Candidates should have experience with DCS, SCADA, and PLC systems, as well as a background in field service engineering.

What specific technical skills are preferred for this position?

Preferred technical skills include awareness of electronic systems installation, understanding of the project life cycle, project management skills, and proficient English language skills.

Is a driving license required for this role?

Yes, a full Ireland driving license is required.

What are the key responsibilities of the Automation Engineer - DCS?

Key responsibilities include providing support services to customers, performing system upgrades and modifications, maintaining customer equipment, conducting system diagnosis, ensuring quality of delivery, and participating in progress meetings with customers as requested.

What is the location of the job?

The job is located at Centrepoint Business Park, Oak Road, Dublin, DUBLIN, D12 X884, Ireland.

Is prior customer service experience important for this role?

Yes, excellent customer handling skills and interpersonal skills are important for effective customer interaction and relationship management.

Does this position involve travel?

Yes, the role may involve travel as part of the service delivery and customer interaction responsibilities.

Can I apply if I don't have experience with Honeywell control systems specifically?

While experience with Honeywell control systems is advantageous, candidates with relevant experience in DCS, SCADA, and PLC systems may still be considered.

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Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1906
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Honeywell is a Fortune 100 company that invents and manufactures technologies to address tough challenges linked to global macrotrends such as safety, security, and energy. With approximately 110,000 employees worldwide, including more than 19,000 engineers and scientists, we have an unrelenting focus on quality, delivery, value, and technology in everything we make and do.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance

  • ​​​​​​​Parental Leave

  • Life Assurance

  • Retirement Plan