Senior Automation Engineer

  • Full-time

Company Description

Welcome to Kanadevia Inova, a global innovation leader in the waste infrastructure space, where we believe in creating a sustainable future through technology and innovation.

Transforming Waste into Value

At Kanadevia Inova, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of waste-to-X technology. We are not just waste managers; we are creators of value from what communities discard. Your role at Kanadevia Inova directly contributes to turning something once considered useless - waste - into something invaluable: energy, heat, hydrogen, fertilizer, and beyond.

Job Description

  • Programming from scratch, maintenance and update of existing PLC software and HMI application, mainly based on Siemens platforms (TIA Portal, WinCC, Step 7) for Kanadevia Inova PLC systems
  • Continuous development and improvement of Kanadevia Inova software and hardware solutions in cooperation with the R&D and Service department
  • Review of technical specifications and Request for Quotation documentation to ensure accuracy, conformance with norms and codes and client specifications
  • Configuration of Networking devices (Managed switches, routers, DMZ routers, firewalls)
  • Initial setup and configuration of industrial PC’s
  • Factory Acceptance Testing and commissioning of KVI PLC systems both on site and remote
  • Willingness to globally travel up to 20% and willingness to perform the stand-by duty with the team

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience with Siemens PLC systems (TIA Portal, Step 7, WinCC)
  • Master or Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering
  • Good knowledge of various bus communication protocols (Profinet, Profibus, ModbusTCP, OPC UA, Ethernet)
  • Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and Piping and Instrument Diagrams
  • Proactive and solution-oriented approach, ability to make decisions
  • Very good detailed knowledge of process engineering procedures and process functions and basic electrical knowledge
  • Analytical thinking, planning and organizational competence, high quality standards, technical flexibility as well as team- and communication skills
  • Fluency in English, German and French are advantageous

Additional Information

  • Annual performance reviews and bonus awards
  • Pension scheme, life insurance and disability insurance
  • Inclusive, values led culture
  • Responsibility and challenge within multi discipline field of activities
  • Team-oriented working atmosphere in an international Company
  • Tailored learning and development opportunities
  • Career path options

For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.

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