Automation Engineer

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.

Follow safe work procedures and ensure all automation activities are carried out safely.

Provide standby/emergency automation support to support the plant's 24-hour operation.

Carry out other duties or projects assigned by the Supervisor/Manager.

Requirements

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 Siemens S7 / TIA Portal will be an advantage.

Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC is an added advantage.

Experience with PLC, HMI, SCADA, VSD/VFD, instrumentation and industrial communication systems.

Knowledge of Ethernet, PROFIBUS and MODBUS.

SQL database knowledge is an advantage.

Good troubleshooting, communication and interpersonal skills.

Positive attitude and strong team-player mindset.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Experience working with third-party contractors, Siemens and other equipment vendors.

Able to implement and follow safe work procedures.

Willing to provide standby support when required.