Pearl Control Systems Ltd
Apprentice Test Automation Technician
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About The Role
Join us on an exciting journey by becoming part of our outstanding Automation Apprentice Development Programme. You will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience about PLCs SCADA/HMI communicators. You will take on various challenges and opportunities, including new product development, new test processes, Application programming interfaces, and machine learning.
What You’ll Be Doing
Automated Testing
- Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate assigned engineering work.
- Produce and comment on agreed contract documentation and User Requirement Specification.
PLC – SCADA/HMI
- Involved in designing and implementing HMI interfaces to ensure intuitive and user-friendly operation.
- Gain experience in developing and executing various PLC and SCADA programs, including Siemens and Allen Bradley systems, following (FDS) documents.
Collaborate with Engineering Teams
- Work alongside engineers to identify system improvement opportunities and suggest possible variations.
Sales and Customer Support
- Provide support to our sales teams, internal and external customers.
- Liaise with new and existing customers/staff through various communication methods in response to their queries.
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API Integration
- Understand APIs and integrate them with control systems and applications as per the assistance provided by Senior Engineers.
- Help configure APIs to facilitate real-time data exchange for remote monitoring and analysis.
Machine Learning
- Gain foundational knowledge of machine learning (ML) concepts, algorithms, and their applications in automation and control systems.
- Train and develop test standards for predictive analytics and process optimization.
Networking
- Gain hands-on experience in various network connections utilizing Physical and Software layers to ensure reliable communication between control systems and devices.
- Understanding of various network protocols (DDE, Suitelink, CRM).
Support Documentation Efforts
- Produce clear and detailed records of Flow Charts, CAD Drawings, Test Manuals, Site Test Manuals, and Operation Manuals in compliance with the standards advice in User Requirement Specification (URS).
- Ensure all approved documents are correctly recorded to the project and issued to the customer for their records.
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Qualification
What You Need
- At least 5 GCSEs including Maths and English language at grade 4(C) or above.
- Completed A Levels, BTEC, or equivalent either in Computer Science/Design/Automation or any related field.
- Computer literacy: Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, and Excel (must).
- Certification towards Python/Java/C/C++/SQL would be advantageous in this role.
Skills/Interest
- Logical thinking, willingness to self-learn and research, and a creative approach to problem-solving.
- Enjoy collaborating with others to find innovative solutions.
- Ability to work independently, safely, and responsibly; take ownership of challenges and ideas.
- Familiarity with Flow Charts, CAD Drawings, and image processing.
- Well-organized and methodical.
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