Equipment Automation Engineer

Are you passionate about pioneering engineering automation solutions? If yes, then this could be the role for you!

As an Equipment Automation Engineer at Sony UK Technology Centre, you'll be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology, developing automated manufacturing and test facilities. Collaborating within a multi-disciplinary engineering team, you'll have the opportunity to craft bespoke automation solutions, leverage the latest technologies, and contribute to award-winning manufacturing facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop bespoke Automation solutions
• Research latest technologies and ideas and develop them for use in the production environment
• Liaising with internal and external companies to manufacture designs
• Building, test and debugging equipment designs and control circuits
• Adhering to company procedures and producing the necessary documentation to ensure this is achieved
• Produce documentation in accordance with required safety standards
• Work within a cross discipline engineering team, communicate best practices, ideas and project updates to the team, team leader and senior management

Person Specification:

The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate ideas clearly to others, be well organized, self-motivated, have strong sense of accountability and be able to work well under pressure. They will have an innovative approach to design with good analytical abilities and leadership skills.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience in Mechanical Engineering
• knowledge of Electrical/ Electronic circuits
• Experience of Project Management / Schedule Setting
• Excellent Understanding of Manufacturing Equipment Safety Requirement

Desirable Criteria:

• Knowledge in Robotics
• Knowledge of PLC Programming
• Knowledge of 3D CAD Design, preferably SolidWorks/ AutoCAD Inventor
• Knowledge of PUWER / COSHH regs

Job Details:

• Department: Equipment Engineering
• Contract/ Hours: Permanent (7.30am -30pm M-Th, 7.30am - 12pm F)
• Grade: Level 2
• Reports to: Lead Engineer

What We can Offer:

• A competitive salary
• Generous Company pension scheme
• Generous life assurance
• Opportunity to receive a target related annual bonus
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of public holidays
• Onsite gym
• Onsite, secure car parking
• Subsidised canteen
• Access to discounted products
• Private health care

About the Company

Sony UK Technology Centre is a division of Sony Europe Limited. We are the only manufacturing centre for Sony in Europe and provide contracting manufacturing solutions for other business. Further, we are the home of a Sony customer service center and a Business Incubation Centre.  The heart of today's operation at Pencoed is centered on the manufacture of high technology Broadcast and Professional Cameras and Systems for worldwide markets including the latest industry leading 4K technology. Cameras and equipment produced in Pencoed can be found in sports stadiums, studios and outside broadcast units around the world.

How to Apply

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a team driving innovation and shaping the future of manufacturing. Apply today and embark on a rewarding career journey with us.