Remote HMI & SCADA Automation Engineer

ALTEN; Stadt Schwaz; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Mobile working possible

Permanent employment contract

Corporate benefits

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking an Automation Engineer – HMI & SCADA in Austria to design and optimize HMI/SCADA systems for industrial applications. You will configure screens, alarms, tags, and trends, and collaborate with PLC developers and product owners across international teams.

You bring a degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering and hands-on experience with SCADA platforms, PLCs, and OPC UA. A proactive, solution-focused mindset and strong English skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering or related field.
• Experience with measurement, control and process automation technologies.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems such as WinCC, Zenon, Atvise or comparable platforms.
• Experience with industrial PLCs and automation systems.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols, ideally OPC UA.
• Basic programming and scripting skills; understanding of web technologies.
• Experience with commissioning, troubleshooting and support in industrial environments.
• Ability to work in interdisciplinary, international teams.
• Structured, proactive and solution-oriented approach.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, and improve HMI & SCADA systems for industrial applications.
• Configure screens, alarms, tags, trends, and historization of data.
• Create reusable templates, scripts, and tools to improve efficiency.
• Execute projects using established development processes and SCRUM.
• Collaborate with PLC software developers, system architects, and product owners.
• Work with operators and service teams to ensure usability and reliability.
• Provide troubleshooting and third-level remote support for HMI/SCADA systems.
• Perform testing, validation, and QA to ensure stable performance.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and user manuals.
• Support development of digital solutions for industrial automation and energy systems.

Skills

HMI/SCADA design

SCADA integration

SCRUM/agile

English communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Automation Engineering

Tools

WinCC

Zenon

Bachmann Atvise

OPC UA

Job description

ALTEN is seeking an Automation Engineer – HMI & SCADA in Austria to design and optimize HMI/SCADA systems for industrial applications. You will configure screens, alarms, tags, and trends, and collaborate with PLC developers and product owners across international teams.

You bring a degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering and hands-on experience with SCADA platforms, PLCs, and OPC UA. A proactive, solution-focused mindset and strong English skills are essential.