Industrial Automation Engineer

About Us -

We are a young and energetic team of 15 programmers and system integrators within an engineering department of 20+ and counting, were made up of entry level engineers tackling PLC troubleshooting and maintenance, up to senior engineers carrying out consulting and implementation of plant wide SCADA systems, robotics, and leading-edge PLC based systems. Our primary customers range from FMCG to primary industries- anything industrial. Other services in our department vary between Hazardous area classification, Instrument Calibration, and machine safety Risk Assessments. We support our wider companys installation and service departments whilst also managing our own projects internally and offer our customers a 24/7 call-out service which our automation team are all a part of. We offer support to OEMs and end users and are lucky to experience the best of both worlds with minimal travel outside of Auckland. We pride ourselves on our friendly culture and strongly believe that people come first. 

Opportunities -

We are looking for people who can fit in well with our team and work between multiple engineering disciplines, if youre an experienced senior engineer looking for career growth in a stable environment, we have the opportunity for you. 

Key responsibilities can include; 

• Eplan documentation, as-built mark ups through to control system electrical design from the ground up. 

• PLC programming, troubleshooting through to consulting directly with clients on retrofit or greenfield projects. 

• OEM and End-User On-site Support, with shortages in personnel and travel being a little difficult, we often seconder engineers to assist with programming and commissioning production lines, local and the occasional international opportunity.

• SCADA programming, maintenance and projects of any size. 

• Mechatronics, modifying existing Motion Controllers through to design and specification of Robotics and Motion-PLC integrated equipment. 

• Machine safety, troubleshooting, design and validation of integrated safety systems. 

• Networking for Operation Technology systems and IT convergence. 

• Industrial and Computer Vision systems for inspection and verification in manufacturing. 

• Leadership and mentoring, we are a growing team and sharing of knowledge and training others is a core value.  

What We Offer -

• Competitive hourly rates according to level of expertise.

• Flexible start and finish times when carrying out project work. 

• Tool allowance. 

• Lap-top, modern company vehicle, smartphone and uniform.

• Regular coaching sessions to develop career pathways and give feedback.

• Training and mentoring. 

Necessary Skills - 

• Tertiary qualified in Electrical Engineering, Bachelors Degree or experience gained from delivering technical projects. 

• Current Electrical Practising License or strong familiarity with ASZNS:3000:2018 New Zealand Wiring Rules. 

• Experience in PLC and HMI programming for industrial applications, preferably with Siemens S7, Rockwell Studio5000, and Omron Sysmac Studio. 

• Familiarity with SCADA systems such as Inductive Automation- Ignition, AVEVA System Platform, and Rockwell Factory Talk View Studio

• High capability with instrumentation, motor controls, and machine safety systems. 

• Familiarity with Industrial Networks. 

• Strong communication skills and experience with being customer facing. 

• Ability to work both autonomously and in a team environment. 

• Strong computer literacy. 

Our Company - 

Dalton Electrical has been providing excellent service to industry for over 50 years. Training and teamwork are important to us. We have several industrial apprentices of the year and have won two ECANZ/Master Electricians Excellence awards for automation projects.Our active social club adds to great team spirit and regularly holds events locally and around the country.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa, and a clean drivers license.

Information :

• Company : Dalton Electrical
• Position : Industrial Automation Engineer
• Location : Auckland, North Island
• Country : NZ