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Automation Engineer (DeltaV)
Location: Grangemouth (site-based)
Contract Length: 6 months
Rate: £50.08 per hour (Umbrella)
Hours: 36 hours per week
The Role
We are currently seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to provide software and automation support at a COMAH-regulated manufacturing site in Grangemouth. This contract role focuses on supporting and modifying site automation systems, with particular emphasis on Emerson DeltaV and batch process control.
The role will suit a hands-on control engineer with strong experience in process automation, who is comfortable working closely with production, engineering, and process teams in a high-hazard environment.
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Key Responsibilities
- Provide software support for site automation and process control systems
- Develop, modify, and support control strategies using Emerson DeltaV
- Translate process engineering requirements into automation software solutions
- Diagnose process control issues and implement effective solutions
- Implement temporary and permanent control system modifications in a safe and compliant manner
- Work within defined HSEQ standards and safe systems of work
- Support production by identifying and resolving automation-related bottlenecks
- Interface effectively between engineering, production, and process control functions
- Prepare and maintain appropriate technical documentation for assigned work
- Support project delivery activities while minimizing impact on production assets
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Skills & Experience Required
- Proven Control / Automation Engineering experience in a manufacturing or process environment
- Strong hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV
- In-depth knowledge of batch process automation and chemical batch unit operations
- Experience working on or supporting COMAH or high-hazard sites
- Strong understanding of HSEQ requirements and compliance
- Ability to work independently or as part of cross-functional teams
- Strong problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills
- Clear and effective communication at all levels
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