Automation Engineer

About the role

This role involves maintaining, troubleshooting and supporting Siemens PLC, HMI, VSD/VFD, SCADA, DCS, BMS and other automation systems in a manufacturing environment. You will work with industrial control systems, communication networks and plant equipment, participating in system upgrades, commissioning and implementation of new equipment while supporting the plant's 24-hour operation.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and support Siemens PLC, HMI, VSD/VFD, SCADA, DCS, BMS and other automation systems
• Perform regular backups and maintain version control of PLC, HMI, VSD and controller programs
• Troubleshoot automation issues involving hardware, instrumentation, control logic, programming and communication networks, including HART where applicable
• Review P&IDs, Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and other relevant engineering documents
• Troubleshoot and maintain industrial communication systems including Ethernet, PROFIBUS and MODBUS
• Support interfaces between PLC, SCADA, DCS, BMS, instruments and other plant systems
• Participate in automation projects, system upgrades, commissioning and implementation of new equipment
• Coordinate with HQ, Siemens, vendors, system integrators and third-party contractors on new implementations and system changes
• Provide basic automation system training to end-users when required
• Identify opportunities for automation improvements, system reliability and process efficiency

About you

• Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, Instrumentation, Computing or a related field
• Minimum 3–4 years of relevant experience in process automation, manufacturing or product-handling automation
• Strong working knowledge of Siemens PLC and PLC-based process control systems
• Experience with PLC, HMI, SCADA, VSD/VFD, instrumentation and industrial communication systems
• Knowledge of Ethernet, PROFIBUS and MODBUS
• Good troubleshooting, communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and strong team-player mindset
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Able to implement and follow safe work procedures
• Willing to provide standby support when required