Automation Engineer
Core
Design, develop, and implement industrial automation solutions (PLC, HMI, IoT) for Alfa Laval's products, ensuring reliability and cybersecurity compliance.
Role type
Senior IC Automation Engineer (Industrial Control Systems)
Builds
Standardized PLC software libraries, web-based HMIs, and IoT-enabled automation solutions for industrial equipment.
Domain
Industrial Automation / Manufacturing Technology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
PLC programming (Siemens TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley), HMI development, OT cybersecurity, industrial communication protocols (PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, OPC UA), software architecture (OOP, ISA-88, PackML), Agile/Scrum, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), root cause analysis, technical documentation.
Preferred skills
IoT solution design, version control tools, mentoring, emerging automation technologies.
Technologies
Siemens TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley, Azure DevOps, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, OPC UA.
Responsibilities
Design and develop modular PLC software libraries; create web-based HMIs for monitoring and control; integrate control systems with industrial networks; support NPD and EPD projects; perform software verification, validation, and FAT; provide remote and on-site technical support and troubleshooting; conduct root cause analysis for field issues; maintain technical documentation and engineering guidelines; participate in Agile ceremonies; provide technical guidance and training to internal teams and customers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC