Milling Solutions
Automation Engineer
This is where you'll excel
• Prepare the control philosophy document and obtain line manager approval prior to initiating software design.
• Create the software design and secure line manager approval before commencing PLC and Plant Control System (PCS) engineering.
• Prepare the required PLC and PCS development tools and document, such as templates and simulators.
• Develop and simulate PLC and PCS software in alignment with project scope and customer requirements. Obtain line manager approval prior to the Customer Acceptance Test (CAT).
• Lead the CAT prior to commissioning. Present the software to the customer, ensure alignment between Bühler and the customer on the scope of work. Document and resolve all open points. Follow up with the customer as needed.
• Commission the PLC and PCS software in accordance with the scope of work and agreements reached during CAT. Submit commissioning reports to project team in timely manner and according to Bühler template.
• Conduct on-site training to the customer's team on Bühler PCS operations.
• Participate in project meetings to align with the project team and the customer from project initiation through completion.
• Store and backup all documentation and software properly.
• Securely store sensitive information, including customer passwords and internal documents in compliance with Bühler standards.
• Complete all deliverables (concept, engineering, commissioning) on time and within the approved project budget and timeline.
• Provide remote support for automation-related issues after commissioning, as required.
• Gather feedback and lesson learned during project execution and share with colleagues to drive continuous improvement
• Create the software design and secure line manager approval before commencing PLC and Plant Control System (PCS) engineering.
• Prepare the required PLC and PCS development tools and document, such as templates and simulators.
• Develop and simulate PLC and PCS software in alignment with project scope and customer requirements. Obtain line manager approval prior to the Customer Acceptance Test (CAT).
• Lead the CAT prior to commissioning. Present the software to the customer, ensure alignment between Bühler and the customer on the scope of work. Document and resolve all open points. Follow up with the customer as needed.
• Commission the PLC and PCS software in accordance with the scope of work and agreements reached during CAT. Submit commissioning reports to project team in timely manner and according to Bühler template.
• Conduct on-site training to the customer's team on Bühler PCS operations.
• Participate in project meetings to align with the project team and the customer from project initiation through completion.
• Store and backup all documentation and software properly.
• Securely store sensitive information, including customer passwords and internal documents in compliance with Bühler standards.
• Complete all deliverables (concept, engineering, commissioning) on time and within the approved project budget and timeline.
• Provide remote support for automation-related issues after commissioning, as required.
• Gather feedback and lesson learned during project execution and share with colleagues to drive continuous improvement
These are the skills you'll need
• Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering or any related Engineering degree
• At least 2–3 years of experience in automation design, implementation, or commissioning
• Hands-on experience with automation tools
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
• Understanding of manufacturing principles
• Proficiency in English language
• At least 2–3 years of experience in automation design, implementation, or commissioning
• Hands-on experience with automation tools
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
• Understanding of manufacturing principles
• Proficiency in English language
These are the benefits you'll enjoy!
Career and personal development
Career and personal development
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Diverse and inclusive workplace
Diverse and inclusive workplace
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Cross-cultural working environment
Cross-cultural working environment
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Family-owned business culture
Family-owned business culture
We have more than 160 years of company history. This means that we are a company that thinks and invests for the long-term - in innovations, our employees and our business success.
Public and private transport connections
Public and private transport connections
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