Automation Engineer

Role & responsibilities

• Review and analyze inputs provided by customers regarding their specific automation needs.
• Suggest suitable PLC and HMI models based on customer requirements and project specifications.
• Ensure proposed solutions are cost-effective, scalable, and meet industry standards.
• Provide customers with a detailed explanation of the recommended automation architecture, hardware, and programming approach.
• Develop a comprehensive Input/Output (I/O) list for the automation system, specifying the required hardware components, sensors, and control devices.
• Collaborate with the electrical design team to integrate the automation system with the electrical control panel and other components.
• Ensure the I/O list accurately reflects customer requirements and is aligned with the overall system design.
• Engage in detailed discussions with the customer to gather all necessary information about the applications sequence, logic, and functionality.
• Interpret customer requirements into a well-defined functional specification, ensuring clear communication of the automation process.
• Develop the control logic for PLCs and HMI screens based on customer input, ensuring the solution is intuitive and meets operational expectations.
• Develop, simulate, and debug PLC programs using programming languages such as Ladder Logic, Structured Text, or Function Block Diagram.
• Create and configure HMI screens for user interface and control, ensuring user-friendly operation of the automation system.
• Conduct in-house testing to ensure all programs function according to the desired logic before implementation at the customer's site.
• Make necessary adjustments based on customer feedback during testing and validation phases.
• Provide remote or onsite support to assist with system commissioning, troubleshooting issues that arise during installation, and ensuring smooth project completion.
• Collaborate with the customers technical team to validate the performance of the system and resolve any technical challenges.
• Stay available for telephonic or video support to address post-commissioning issues or provide guidance during maintenance.
• Create detailed technical documentation, including operation manuals, wiring diagrams, and troubleshooting guides, for the developed application.
• Perform a formal handover of the project to the customer, ensuring all documentation and manuals are provided, and offering a comprehensive explanation of system functionality.
• Conduct formal training sessions for customers on the operation of PLC and HMI systems, focusing on system logic, fault diagnosis, and maintenance procedures.
• Train internal teams (including production, maintenance, and engineering departments) on HMI and PLC programming to ensure they can provide ongoing support.
• Review and validate electrical panel wiring diagrams to confirm they are aligned with customer requirements and the approved I/O list.
• Coordinate with the electrical team to ensure all panel components are correctly integrated with the automation system and meet safety and industry standards.
• On a monthly basis, compile and hand over project details, including source code, documentation, and configuration files, to the IT department for archiving and future reference.
• Ensure all relevant project data is stored securely and can be easily retrieved for future updates or troubleshooting.
• Develop detailed application notes to document the solution provided, including a description of the problem, methodology used, and how the automation solution addresses customer requirements.

Preferred candidate profile

• Strong proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen Bradley, or other industry-standard systems).
• Advanced knowledge of HMI development and configuration (WinCC, FactoryTalk, or similar).
• Experience with communication protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, and others.
• Understanding of electrical systems, wiring diagrams, and panel design.
• Knowledge of industrial control systems, automation standards, and safety regulations.

Perks and benefits