Automation Engineer

• Degree: Industrial, Electrical, Automation, Electronics Engineering or similar.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in food industrial environments.
• Knowledge of automation project management in industrial environments.
• Knowledge of industrial automation, PLC, HMI, industrial networks, OT infrastructure, industrial servers, and manufacturing processes in the food sector.
• Availability to travel and stay for limited periods at other plants.
IT Competencies
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office, engineering tools, and technical documentation; knowledge of PLC/HMI, industrial networks, OT systems, servers, Autocad, MS Project, SAP, and BIM will be valued.
Languages
• Fluent English in conversation.
• Proficiency in Spanish.

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Within the Ferrero Ice Cream Business, Ice Cream Factory Comaker (ICFC), one of the largest ice cream manufacturers in Europe belonging to the Ferrero Group, reporting to the Resident Engineer, we are looking for an Automation Engineer to lead and provide technical support for the automation of investment projects, from architecture definition and technical review to commissioning, validation, and delivery of documentation, coordinating internal teams and suppliers.
This position works in collaboration to achieve Ferrero's objectives regarding safety, productivity, and quality.

DEVELOPMENT AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT
• Contribute to the design, innovation, and development of technical knowledge within the plants.
• Evaluate technical solutions and propose alternatives when necessary.
• Participate in technical activities related to the preparation of tenders.
PROJECTS
• Work with the local and central project teams on the design and execution of new investment projects.
• Ability to manage external suppliers and associated safety plans.
• Monitor the management of investment costs and the supplier payment plan.
COLLABORATION WITH OTHER TEAMS
• Communication with the Engineering and Maintenance teams regarding operational aspects of new machinery, new equipment, and new process lines.
PLANT TECHNICAL CERTIFICATIONS
• Certify project completion through the commissioning protocol.
• Receive all documentation and certifications related to the managed projects.
SEARCH AND EVALUATION OF NEW SUPPLIERS
• Technical support to the purchasing department in the identification and evaluation of suppliers.
AUTOMATION, OT, AND COMMISSIONING
• Define automation requirements and control architecture for projects, including PLC, HMI, and associated systems.
• Review automation software, functional sequences, interlocks, and technical documentation of control systems.
• Participate in and provide support for the programming, adjustment, functional testing, validation, and commissioning of automated installations.
• Diagnose and coordinate the resolution of incidents during commissioning phases, in collaboration with Engineering, Production, Maintenance, and suppliers.
• Define industrial network topology, the location and interconnection of communication cabinets, and integration with plant infrastructure together with OT.
• Coordinate with IT/OT the definition of industrial server structure and resources, their request, configuration, verification, and commissioning.
• Manage and verify industrial connectivity and access solutions, including communication cabinets, industrial communications, secure remote access, and servers/RDP.
• Define monitoring and efficiency requirements, including OEE, and collaborate in the optimization of processes and equipment.
• Perform or coordinate the safety assessment of automated systems and verify their correct implementation during commissioning.
• Prepare, review, and keep up to date the technical documentation associated with automation projects.
• Technically manage automation suppliers and monitor activities, pending items, risks, and actions until project closure.
• Coordinate the interface with Electrical Engineering for the review of utilities requirements, electrical diagrams, location, and review of electrical panels.
ENVIRONMENT
• Participation in internal and certification audits for the ISO14001 system
• Guarantee the application of environmental management standards and procedures (waste management, energy, environmental emergencies...)
• Compliance with environmental regulations applicable to your work area
• Contribution to the fulfillment of objectives, KPIs, and goals of the environmental system
• Ensure the training and awareness of personnel under your charge regarding environmental, energy, and sustainability issues
QUALITY, SAFETY, AND HEALTH
• Comply with health and safety regulations, promoting a safe, healthy, and responsible working environment