Siemens→
Automation Engineer - Electrical & Control at Siemens · Santa…
Skills
Job Description
We are looking for dedicated and talented people who tackle ever-changing challenges, customer needs, and questions from colleagues with clever concepts and creativity. We embrace change and work with curious minds re-inventing the future of work. Join us and let us focus together on what’s truly important: making lives better with new ideas and the latest technology around the world.
Why you’ll love working for Siemens!
- Freedom and a healthy work- life balance– Embrace our flexible work environment with flex hours, telecommuting and digital workspaces.
- Solve the world’s most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects.
- Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, cutting edge technological environment.
- Opportunities to advance your career and mentorship programs on a local and global scale.
- Contribute to our social responsibility initiatives focused on access to education, access to technology and sustaining communities and make a positive impact on the community.
- Participate in our celebrations, social events and offsite business events.
- Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get rewards for them!
- Diversity and inclusivity focused.
Automation Engineer will be responsible for development Development of Control and Electrical, 3D and 2D design. Programming of automation projects. Project implementation management with the departments involved.
Responsibilities:
- Develop control and electrical designs for automation equipment, electrical and control panels, including 3D and 2D schematics and documentation.
- Program automation equipment and manufacturing systems according to Siemens S7 and safety standards and autonomous control routines.
- Program robots according safety standards
- Develop, review, and troubleshoot PLC programs, HMI applications, and industrial automation systems.
- Design, develop, and validate electrical power and control diagrams.
- Select components and part numbers for automation projects, conducting technical research, prototyping, and validation activities.
- Define and integrate industrial instrumentation, sensors, actuators, safety systems, and control devices.
- Develop and maintain project documentation, including risk assessments, electrical documentation, operating procedures, and validation records.
- Lead project implementation activities and coordinate execution plans with manufacturing, quality, maintenance, EHS, IT/OT, and production departments.
- Configure and troubleshoot industrial networks and communication protocols.
- Support Operational Technology (OT) infrastructure integration and connectivity within manufacturing environments.
- Develop Python-based applications and tools to support automation, data collection, analytics, and process optimization.
- Identify and implement Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to improve manufacturing efficiency and decision-making.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by applying Industry 4.0 concepts and digital manufacturing solutions.
What will you need to succeed?
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of proven experience in industrial automation projects
- Advanced English proficiency (written and spoken).
Technical Skills:
Advanced Knowledge of:
- PLC programming (Siemens logic preferred) (TIA Portal).
- Industrial automation systems and machine control.
- Electrical control and power schematics development and interpretation.
- Industrial networks and communication protocols (Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU or similar).
- Robot programming and integration.
- Industrial instrumentation, sensors, actuators, and control devices.
- Industrial safety systems and machine safety standards.
- Python programming for automation and manufacturing applications.
- Operational Technology (OT) systems and manufacturing network architectures.
- One of the following CAD software tools: Solid Edge Electrical or Siemens NX.
Basic to Intermediate Knowledge of:
- Vision systems and 2D barcode readers.
- Visual Studio Code or else IDE Software for basic application deployment.
- AI and data analytics applications for manufacturing environments.
- SCADA platforms and industrial visualization systems.
Competences
- Accountability and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple automation projects simultaneously.
- Effective communication and teamwork in a cross-functional environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
Location: Santa Catarina, Nuevo Leon