KAON AUTOMATION is a Sligo based company specialising in offering our clients advanced automation solutions to their manufacturing requirements comprising of mechanical mechanisms, pneumatics, robotics, electrical control systems, vision systems and servo systems. Our customers are typically large pharma multinational companies, and we provide solutions in Ireland, Europe, Asia and South America.
We are currently seeking to recruit a qualified electrician to join our machine build team.

Job Description & Duties:
Your primary role in KAON Automation is to be responsible for the build and debug of machines. The main aspects of the job include:

Mechanical assembly and debugging of customised automated assembly machines.
Marking up any changes to mechanical and electrical drawings that change during the machine build phase.
Electrical field wiring aspect of machine building
Electrical wiring of machine control panels (qualifications permitting)
On-site installation of equipment
Meeting project delivery deadlines
Maintaining GMP standards
Complying with company safety policies
Managing materials related to the machine build

You will be responsible for signing off that the electrical aspects of a machine are up to standard before any equipment is shipped. This role in the company is critical to the success of a project and requires self-critical and detailed workmanship in order to be able to set the highest standards for the practices in the company.
The mechanical aspects of the job involve assembling components from detailed assembly drawings and then mechanical fault finding and problem solving. You will also be required to build pneumatic and electrical schematics required on the machine and detail any changes. You will be involved in the mechanical and electrical debug after the machine is powered up.

Responsibilities:
Machine build
Innovate modifications & solutions.
Panel build and field wiring
Electrical / mechanical debug
Read / mark-up electrical drawings.
Debugging of machines: Electrical/ Mechanical
Managing the machine build materials during build
Restocking of components e.g. screws, profile accessories.
Quality / pre-delivery checks / testing
Minor milling, drilling
Tidy up tools
General tool maintenance.

Educational, Experience, Skills & Competencies:
Electrician qualification
3+ years relevant experience ideally working in a manufacturing environment
Computer literate
Good knowledge of health and safety
Willing to take ownership
Self-starter with good attention to detail
Proven track record in delivering solutions
Legally able to work in Ireland
Willingness to live near Sligo as role is office based
Current driving licence and able to travel as required

Salary and Benefits

Attractive Salary Package.
Pension Scheme
Ongoing development to become a key member of KAON Automation Engineering team