Solutions Architect - Automation

Solutions Architect – Industrial Automation | DCS / PLC / SIS/ SCADA | Spain

A global leader in industrial automation and process control solutions is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to lead technical solution design and pre-sales support across Spain and the wider European region.

This role offers the opportunity to drive high-impact pre-sales activities, designing end-to-end control architectures for major industrial and Industry 4.0 projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Requirements Analysis: Identify complex customer requirements and translate them into robust technical specifications and detailed engineering proposals.
• Solution Architecture: Design comprehensive end-to-end control architectures (incorporating DCS, PLC, SIS, and SCADA systems) utilising cutting-edge automation technologies.
• Pre-Sales Support: Lead technical presentations and product demonstrations for key stakeholders. Act as the primary technical subject matter expert during the bidding phase to ensure commercial success.
• Documentation & Deliverables: Create clear, high-quality technical documentation, including system architectures, technical manuals, and tailored customer training materials.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with global product teams to align with market trends, and coordinate with engineering execution teams to ensure project feasibility and seamless delivery.

Key Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Automation, Electrical/Control Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation (DCS, PLC, SCADA) or OT/IT integration, with a strong focus on Industry 4.0 and smart factory deployments.
• Technical Breadth: Knowledge of IT infrastructure, AI integration, and SaaS models is highly desirable.
• Commercial Acumen: Outstanding presentation, proposal-writing, and stakeholder management skills with proven pre-sales engagement experience.
• Languages: Fluency in both English and Spanish is essential; proficiency in Chinese is a distinct advantage.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel nationally and internationally as needed to support business development and technical delivery.

Interested? Apply directly through LinkedIn, or send your CV to [email protected]

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