Automation Engineer

Job Summary

The Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, programming, testing, and commissioning automation and control systems. The role involves working with PLCs, SCADA/DCS systems, field instruments, and industrial networks to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient operation of automated processes.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering

Develop automation system architectures, control philosophies, and functional design specifications

Prepare I/O lists, control narratives, cause & effect diagrams, and logic diagrams

Select PLCs, DCS, SCADA systems, and field devices based on project requirements

Prepare control panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and loop drawings

Programming & Configuration

Program and configure PLCs, HMI, SCADA, and DCS systems

Develop and test control logic, alarms, interlocks, and sequences

Configure industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, OPC)

Implement cybersecurity best practices for industrial automation systems

Testing & Commissioning

Conduct FAT, SAT, and site commissioning activities

Perform loop checking, logic testing, and performance verification

Troubleshoot automation systems during installation and startup

Support plant operations during initial operation and handover

Documentation & Compliance

Prepare and maintain engineering documents, test reports, and as-built drawings

Ensure compliance with project specifications, international standards, and client requirements

Follow safety procedures and quality management systems (ISO, client-specific standards)

Coordination & Support

Coordinate with electrical, instrumentation, mechanical, and process teams

Interface with clients, vendors, and subcontractors

Provide technical support and training to operators and maintenance teams

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelors degree in Automation, Electrical, Instrumentation, or Control Engineering

1–3 years of experience in industrial automation projects

Basic knowledge of PLCs and automation systems

Familiarity with at least one platform (Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, ABB, or similar)

Willingness to work on site and travel when required
Key Competencies

System thinking & problem-solving

Attention to detail

Project coordination

Time management

Safety awareness