The European Spallation Source (ESS) is one of the largest science and technology infrastructure projects being built today. ESS will soon be the world’s most powerful source of neutrons, providing researchers with unique opportunities to explore the structure of materials at the atomic level. Neutron scattering at ESS will address critical questions in physics, chemistry, geology, materials science and life science.
About the role:
To help us realise our goal of being the most powerful neutron source in the world, we are now looking for an Automation & Control System Engineer to join the Automation Section, located within our Integrated Control Systems (ICS) Division.
The scope of the Automation Section is to design, develop, deliver and maintain control systems based on industrial automation technology such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and to integrate them with the EPICS (Experimental Physics and Industrial Control System) software infrastructure. The Automation Section develops and maintains also the control system operator interfaces (OPIs), as well as the archive and alarm configurations of the PLC-based control systems.
As an Automation and Control System Engineer at ESS your responsibilities will be the following:
Lead the development, integration, verification, and validation of control systems, ensuring compliance with relevant procedures and standards.
Define schedule and costs while exploring innovative approaches and conceptualizing solutions.
Document design/development.
Review other engineering designs.
Stay current with emerging start-of-the-art technologies.
Collaborate with system owners to facilitate successful deployment of integrated control systems.
Provide technical support to team members on PLC technologies and EPICS integration.
Develop and maintain key control projects, including the new PLC/EPICS Integrator tool.
This position is a full-time, permanent role with a 6-month probationary period. It is based at the brand-new https://youtu.be/d5h4bIEfM5Q?si=W28A9wLAkYK3HOXJ. We would like this position to start as soon as practically possible.
About you:
We are seeking a proactive, self-motivated, responsible, structured Automation or Control Systems Engineer who is eager to grow in a fast-paced, impact-driven environment. You should enjoy working both independently and together with others within a team and are comfortable communicating with both in-house technical teams and external stakeholders.
The following qualifications and experience are mandatory for this position:
A Master’s degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a very closely related field.
Proven experience in control system design and implementation within a research facility or industrial setting.
Strong expertise in:PLC programming, according to standard IEC 61131-3.
Motion control systems.
Knowledge of Python, C/C++ and Linux OS.
Knowledge of Gitlab.
Knowledge of the EPICS Framework.
Experience with Beckhoff PLC.
Proven ability in independent problem-solving and solution development.
Excellent technical writing, reporting, and documentation skills.
An excellent track record of working with configuration management tools, source code management tools and version control systems.
Fluency in both oral and written English.
Experience in any of the following areas would be an advantage:
Particle accelerator systems technology.
Prior experience of working with EPICS software tools, including SNL and Sequencer module.
Knowledge of pytest and PySide6 python modules.
Siemens PLC and Siemens tools such as Openness and Test Suite Advanced.
Prior experience of working in a complex, international project or plant.
Experience of using collaborative electronic project management tools, such as Jira.
Good communication skills in both written and spoken Swedish.
To apply:
A career at ESS gives you the opportunity to contribute to the future discoveries within neutron science at a stunning, brand-new workplace filled with innovative minds and brilliant people from across the globe. We offer market competitive, individualised compensation which is differentiated according to role, responsibilities, individual skills, abilities and achievements as well as monthly pension contributions on top of your salary.
If you see yourself in what we’re looking for, please provide your CV and motivation letter in English by clicking on “apply” and following the instructions. Please be aware that we can only accept direct applications made via the ESS website. Submit your application as soon as you can and quote the job reference number ESD-82392 in your application.
This role might require enhanced security screening processes, which will be performed during the recruitment process if needed.
For further information regarding the position, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Daniel Nordin Baker on mailto:Daniel.Nordin@ess.eu
For trade union information, please contact Unionen representative Nerusha Naicker on mailto:erusha.Naicker@ess.eu or SACO/Swedish Association of Graduate Engineers representative Marc Kickulies at mailto:marc.kickulies@ess.eu