Vacancies

Main tasks:

• Be responsible for the creation and development of machine software solutions for special purpose automated machinery projects.
• Deliver control and safety systems which comply with the appropriate national and international standards
• Programming and commissioning of various robots
• Test and debug software applications and produce detailed test plans
• Produce software documentation
• Communicate effectively with customers, suppliers and team members
• Be responsible for testing within the factory test and on customer sites
• Be part of a team dedicated to delivering projects to plan and budget

Requirements:

• HNC/Degree in Electrical, Electronic or Software Engineering.
• Demonstrate a proven track record of successfully delivering machine control system projects to required timescale and budget
• Experienced in automation and production machinery design, ideally with a hands-on approach.
• Experience working with PLC and software applications.
• Experience of working with vision systems
• Ideally knowledge and experience of some of the following:
  • Robotic systems
  • HMI development
  • Ethernet devices
  • PC based systems
  • Communications protocols (e.g. TCP/IP)
  • Configuration of networks
  • Motion control equipment
• Ideally the ability to code in visual basic and or C++
• A highly commercial approach with the ability to work directly with customers
• Willing and able to travel to customer sites both nationally and internationally
• Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and data accuracy
• Effective interpersonal relationship skills to create a positive and productive team-oriented environment with all departments
• A proactive and flexible approach to work and be comfortable with a dynamic environment with constantly changing priorities
• The ability to work on your own initiative

Main Tasks:

• Work as part of a project team with specific duties of mechanical assembly on special purpose industrial automation and robotic systems
• Work efficiently and effectively in build team
• Assist with installation of machinery on customer’s premises (UK and overseas)
• Train apprentices and less experienced staff in appropriate techniques
• Communicate with Project Engineers / Managers regarding any related requirements or changes which require action
• Ensure procedures and working practices to ISO9001:2015 are adhered to and suggest where improvements can be made
• Promote and ensure good housekeeping practices in and around the facility
• Carry out a safe working practice at all times
• Protect and support the Company’s reputation in public with customers, suppliers and other interested parties

Requirements 

• Time served or apprenticeship served mechanical / fitting / assembly technician
• Qualified to HNC level in a relevant discipline
• Ability to work to technical drawings and parts lists
• Ideally with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a relevant environment
• Ideally with basic machining skills to modify parts
• Clear communication skills
• Willing and able to travel to customer sites both nationally and internationally
• Effective interpersonal relationship skills to create a positive and productive team-oriented environment with all departments
• A proactive and flexible approach to work and be comfortable with a dynamic environment with constantly changing priorities
• Have a flexible work attitude and be safety conscious

Purpose

Reporting to the General Manager of AGR Automation with direction from Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at the parent company, Convergix Automation Solutions, the main purpose of this role is to develop new sales opportunities within the UK and European markets.

Main tasks:

• Understand our customers’ needs to develop bespoke solutions that are fit for purpose.
• Respond to commercial and technical enquiries and discuss product capabilities with customers.
• Work directly with customers to support the concept development process.
• Develop and maintain a sales funnel with visibility into future quotes.
• Manage the quotation process for projects, spares and service, including the provision of detailed costing for complex systems.
• Be responsible for technical oversight of applications engineering from concept and costing through to FAT.
• Work with the General Manager and Chief Sales & Marketing Officer to identify market opportunities and sales strategies to extend market share.
• Identify and develop profitable sales leads, prospects and orders for appropriate automation projects.
• Manage the sales order activity to achieve targets for sales order intake.
• Develop Sales and Pricing strategies to increase the probability of winning.
• Ensure effective communications within the sales team and across the business.
• Propose innovative ideas to enhance the sales function and improve the general running of the business.
• Ensure procedures and working practices to ISO9001:2015 are adhered to and suggest where improvements can be made.

Requirements:

• A strong technical background with knowledge and an understanding of capital equipment engineering systems / automation.
• Experience in manufacturing or automation preferred, ideally from the medical devices industry.
• Ideally having successfully completed a degree or HND in a relevant engineering discipline or an engineering apprenticeship.
• Project management aptitude.
• Ability to develop sales skills or with existing experience of:
• Negotiating profitable business
• Costing, pricing and margins
• Managing a sales pipeline and delivering on targets to senior management.
• Able to communicate to people at all levels, sell and explain ideas and concepts and gain commitment.
• Organised and able to multi-task in remote environment.
• A hunger for success, personal drive and motivation – a proactive can-do attitude.
• Ability to organise, prioritise and maintain relevant information to support the business.
• Sound analytical skills, good problem solver.
• Excellent customer service and relationship building skills.
• Creative ability to develop new ideas and implement improvements.
• Accustomed to operating effectively under pressure.
• Full driving licence and ability to travel internationally.

About Convergix Automation Solutions

Convergix Automation Solutions is a Global Systems Integrator specialising in custom automated manufacturing systems including, robotics, controls, material handling, information and software systems, process automation in a variety of manufacturing industries. With over 500 employees, 25+ Locations worldwide and $200M in Sales, Convergix is growing organically as well through acquisition to become a leading $1B Automation Integration global partner.

We are a single source automation solutions provider that leverages the geography, technology, industry expertise and capacity of the entire Convergix portfolio across the entire value chain for our customers in a diverse set of industries.