Automation engineer

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Automation & Control Systems Engineer to design, develop, integrate, and commission industrial automation solutions for large-scale manufacturing environments. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in PLC programming, SCADA/MES integration, OPC UA standards, industrial communication networks, and commissioning activities.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs using Siemens TIA Portal, Beckhoff Twin CAT, and Mitsubishi GX Works.
• Review Functional Design Specifications (FDS), control philosophies, and automation architectures.
• Design and implement PLC-SCADA-MES integrations and data exchange interfaces.
• Develop and validate OPC UA Information Models and Node Sets.
• Configure industrial communication protocols such as Profinet, Ether CAT, Ethernet/IP, MQTT, Modbus TCP, and OPC UA.
• Execute FAT, SAT, commissioning, IQ/OQ, and system validation activities.
• Support machine safety reviews, risk assessments, and safety PLC validation.
• Collaborate with OEMs, suppliers, process engineering, MES/SCADA teams, and manufacturing operations.
Mandatory Skills
• Siemens TIA Portal (S7-1500/S7-1200)
• Beckhoff Twin CAT 3
• Mitsubishi GX Works
• PLC Programming (Structured Text, Ladder, FBD)
• OPC UA Information Modeling & Node Set Generation
• SCADA/MES Integration
• Industrial Networks: Profinet, Ether CAT, Ethernet/IP, MQTT, Modbus TCP
• FAT, SAT & Commissioning Experience
• Functional Safety (IEC 13849, IEC 61508)
Preferred Skills
• Ignition SCADA
• Python & SQL
• REST API Integration
• Robotics Integration (KUKA/FANUC/Stäubli)
• Battery Manufacturing or Automotive Industry Experience
• Industrial Cybersecurity & IT/OT Integration
Qualifications
• B. E./B. Tech/M. E./M. Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Automation, Control Systems, or Mechatronics.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in industrial automation and control systems engineering.