Automation Engineer – HMI & SCADA (all gender)

Job title: Automation Engineer – HMI & SCADA (all gender)

Company Description

We are the designers of today for the world of tomorrow. As one of the world’s leading engineering service providers, we at ALTEN are committed to positively shaping the future of our partners, the careers of our employees and the challenges facing our society and environment. More than 50,000 employees in 30 countries are already working on innovative solutions in various engineering and IT sectors such as automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, medical technology and railway technology.

Job Description

You design, maintain, and continuously improve HMI and SCADA systems for industrial applications. You configure HMI/SCADA screens, alarms, tags, trends, and historization of process and measurement data. You create reusable templates, scripts, and tools to optimize project-specific customizations and improve engineering efficiency. You execute projects according to established development processes and agile methodologies such as SCRUM. You collaborate closely with PLC software developers, system architects, and product owners to implement new functionalities. You work directly with operators, service teams, and stakeholders to ensure usability, reliability, and user acceptance. You provide troubleshooting and third-level remote support for HMI/SCADA systems in the field. You perform testing, validation, and quality assurance activities to ensure stable and reliable system performance. You create and maintain technical documentation, engineering specifications, and user manuals. You support the continuous development of digital solutions for industrial automation and energy systems.

Qualifications

• You have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related technical field. You have experience with measurement, control, and process automation technologies. You are familiar with SCADA systems such as WinCC, Zenon, Bachmann Atvise, or comparable platforms. You have experience working with industrial PLC and automation systems. You possess knowledge of industrial communication protocols and interfaces, ideally including OPC UA. You have basic programming and scripting skills as well as an understanding of web technologies. You are familiar with commissioning, troubleshooting, and support activities in industrial environments. You enjoy working in interdisciplinary teams and collaborating with international stakeholders. You have a structured, solution-oriented, and proactive way of working. You have excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken. Salary starting at €3,800 gross per month (based on 38.5 hours/week), with a clear willingness to offer a higher salary depending on qualifications and professional experience.

• We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age and sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration if they are equally qualified.

• Additional Information

• Talent Management – we develop your career. Work life balance – flexible working hours and mobile working possible. And of course we offer the usual standards such as many events, permanent employment contract and corporate benefits.