Senior Automation and Controls Engineer - Prismatic (M/F)

About this role:

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• We are currently looking for an Automation & Controls Engineer to join our Prismatic Development team based at our VIC (Verkor Innovation Center) in Grenoble.

• As such, you are responsible for developing and implementing equipment control solutions for all cell and module & pack manufacturing projects.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs.

• Lead the design and integration of complex automation systems for manufacturing processes.

• Lead automation projects from conception to completion

• Optimize and improve the production lines by reducing cycle time, reducing downtime, and improving quality.

• Implement control strategies to enhance system performance and maintain optimal process conditions.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation enhancements.

• Review and sign off on detailed design phase outcomes during the project.

• Participate in various control equipment buy-offs at vendor sites.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• At least 7 years of professional experience in designing and implementing automation and control systems.

• Advanced proficiency in programming industrial equipment using various IEC 61131-3 languages.

• Proficient in PLC and HMI programming (Mitsubishi, Siemens, Schneider, or similar)

• Hands-on experience integrating and commissioning high-volume manufacturing equipment.

• In-depth knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as CC-Link IE TSN, Profinet, Modbus TCP

• Experience in OPC UA connectivity and MES interfaces

• Experience in writing technical documentation.

• Experience in designing electrical schematics using CAD tools such as EPlan or AutoCAD (nice to have)

• Experience in evaluation, design, and implementation of safety functions (nice to have)

• Ability to design (calculate) motion and perform mechanical physical calculations

• Ability to create and analyze timing charts

• Ability to review systems for compliance with ISO and ISA standards

• Experience using program version control tools

• Experience in UX design

• Willingness and ability to travel for business and perform field activities