Senior Automation Engineer

Job Description

System Maintenance & Reliability

• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance of automation systems, including ABB 800xA DCS, Schneider and Siemens PLCs, and Fix32 SCADA platforms.

• Ensure high system availability and reliability with minimal downtime.

• Develop and implement maintenance strategies to enhance long-term system performance.

System Design & Integration

• Drive the design, development, and implementation of new automation systems and process improvements.

• Design and program control logic, develop HMI interfaces, and integrate SCADA and DCS systems.

• Architect and implement interfaces for smart devices such as robots, label applicators, and other automated equipment.

• Provide technical leadership in system architecture decisions and project execution.

Troubleshooting & Technical Expertise

• Lead root cause analysis and resolve complex automation issues with a focus on minimizing production impact.

• Serve as the escalation point for critical system failures.

• Provide advanced technical support for automation equipment including robots and applicators.

Continuous Improvement & Optimization

• Identify opportunities to enhance system efficiency, reliability, and performance.

• Drive optimization initiatives leveraging data, analytics, and best practices in automation.

• Champion innovation and implementation of new technologies to improve productivity and reduce costs.

Documentation & Standards

• Establish and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, standards, and procedures.

• Ensure all system changes and upgrades are properly documented and compliant with internal and regulatory requirements.

Technology Leadership

• Stay current with emerging automation technologies, industry trends, and best practices.

• Evaluate, recommend, and lead implementation of system upgrades and modernization initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to ensure seamless operations.

• Mentor junior engineers and technicians, fostering technical capability within the team.

• Support project teams in automation-related initiatives and capital projects.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 5-8 years experience in industrial automation, preferably within the food & beverage or FMCG sector.

• Demonstrated experience in leading automation projects and troubleshooting complex systems.

• Strong proficiency in ABB 800xA DCS, Schneider & Siemens PLC programming, SCADA systems (Fix32 or equivalent), Client-server architectures and industrial control systems.

• Solid understanding of control systems, industrial networking, and automation principles.

• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.

• Ability to work independently while driving initiatives and influencing cross-functional teams.

• An added advantage will be experience in food manufacturing environments, with knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and sanitation standards.

• Exposure to robotics, vision systems, and industry 4.0 technologies