Exciting Opportunity: Automation Engineer (Contract)
Organisation Overview
Our Client operates within the manufacturing and industrial automation sector, focusing on innovative solutions to optimise production processes. Known for their commitment to technological advancement and continuous improvement, they foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and technical excellence. With a reputation for supporting employee development and investing in cutting-edge projects, Our Client offers a stimulating environment for professionals looking to make a significant impact through automation technology.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement industrial automation systems for production equipment, including PLC control systems, electrical hardware selection, and system integration.

• Develop and maintain PLC programmes for machinery using industrial platforms such as Siemens TIA Portal / Step7 or equivalent PLC systems.

• Create and review electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and I/O architecture for automation equipment.

• Support the technical evaluation of automation solutions, including hardware selection (PLCs, sensors, drives, safety systems) and system design.

• Participate in automation project planning and cost estimation, supporting quotation and feasibility assessments for new projects or machine upgrades.

• Manage automation-related subprojects, coordinating activities between electrical, mechanical, and software teams to ensure successful delivery.

• Provide automation support to production, troubleshooting PLC logic, sensors, actuators, drives, and communication networks.

• Assist in commissioning, testing, and validation of automated equipment, ensuring systems meet operational and safety requirements.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in PLC programming and industrial automation, preferably in manufacturing or production environments.

• Practical experience with PLC platforms such as Siemens (TIA Portal / Step7), or similar industrial control systems.

• Ability to design and interpret electrical schematics, control system architectures, and automation documentation.

• Experience selecting and integrating automation hardware, including PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and safety devices.

• Technical education in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent hands-on experience.

• Fluent in spoken and written Swedish and English.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work systematically and independently within project teams.

• High level of ownership, reliability, and commitment to delivering engineering solutions.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience working with SCADA systems and industrial monitoring platforms.

• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Profinet, EtherCAT, or Ethernet/IP.

• Experience supporting machine commissioning, factory acceptance testing (FAT), or site acceptance testing (SAT).

• Familiarity with integration of automation systems with higher-level production or control systems.

• Previous experience working with testing, validation, or quality assurance of automation systems.

• Experience coordinating automation subprojects or technical work packages.