Automation Engineer - Facilities SCADA & PLC (f/m/d)

Black Semiconductor; Aachen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Stock options

Health insurance

Job summary

Black Semiconductor is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to own the Facilities Monitoring and Control System (FMCS). You will supervise SCADA/PLC infrastructure, diagnose faults, and extend the system as we scale from pilot to production, ensuring continuous reliability of utilities like air, water, cooling, exhaust and power.

You will work with Siemens S7-1500 PLCs, WinCC OA or similar platforms, perform loop checks, read P&IDs, maintain documentation, and coordinate with vendors.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on experience with industrial SCADA/PLC in production.
• Strong experience with Siemens S7 (TIA Portal/Step 7).
• Experience with WinCC OA or alternative SCADA platforms.
• Ability to read P&IDs, loop diagrams and I/O lists.
• Structured approach to documentation and change control.
• Good command of English; German is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and maintain FMCS across servers and operator stations.
• Maintain Siemens S7-1500 PLCs and their remote I/O; adapt control logic.
• Plan and perform loop checks; trace signals from field to operator screens.
• Investigate and resolve alarms and faults during live operation.
• Verify instrument calibration and troubleshoot signals with a multimeter.
• Add datapoints, screens, trends and tune alarms for reliability.
• Keep AS-BUILT drawings, tag lists and change records up to date.
• Liaise with contractors and vendors; support qualification and audits.

Skills

SCADA engineering

Siemens S7 PLCs

Fault diagnosis

Documentation control

English proficiency

Education

Electrical/Automation degree

Technician qualification

Tools

WinCC OA

Siemens S7

PCS 7

Ignition

Aveva

Job description

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to take technical ownership of the Facilities Monitoring and Control System (FMCS) that keeps our fab running - the system that supervises every utility our production depends on, from cleanroom air and chilled water to process cooling, exhaust and power monitoring. The system is delivered and commissioned by an external integrator; from handover, it\'s yours. You won\'t be building it from scratch - you\'ll be the person who understands it well enough to keep it running, diagnose it when it misbehaves, extend it as we grow from pilot line to full production, and hold suppliers to account. If the FMCS has an issue at 03:00, you\'re the one who knows what to do.

To Join Our Team, You Should Be Excited To

• Operate, monitor and maintain our SCADA system (Siemens WinCC OA or Yokogawa DCS Centum) across servers, operator stations and displays
• Maintain and diagnose our Siemens S7-1500 PLCs and their remote I/O, and adapt control logic within the existing standardised structure
• Plan and perform loop checks end to end - tracing each signal from the field device through wiring, I/O and PLC all the way to the operator screen, and confirming that commands actually move valves, dampers and actuators
• Investigate and resolve alarms, communication faults and unexpected equipment behaviourduring live operation
• Verify instrument calibration and troubleshoot analog and digital field signals - multimeter in hand, not only from a screen
• Add new datapoints, screens, trends and reports, and tune alarms so operators trust the system
• Keep documentation current - as-built drawings, tag lists, change records - and uphold change control
• Act as the technical counterpart to contractors and vendors, and support qualification and audits with system evidence

Your Qualifications

• One of two equivalent qualification paths: a completed apprenticeship as an Electronics Technician for Automation Technology plus further training as a state-certified technician (Techniker), or comparable - or a degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related field, or comparable
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience with industrial SCADA and PLC systems in a production environment - commissioning, operating or supporting, not only design
• Solid experience with Siemens S7 PLCs (TIA Portal / Step 7) - going online, reading and modifying logic, diagnosing faults on a running plant; experience with comparable PLC platforms is also welcome
• Strong SCADA engineering skills - ideally Siemens WinCC OA or Yokogawa DCS Centum, but experience with another platform (e.g. WinCC, PCS 7, Ignition, Aveva, Zenon) plus the willingness to grow into WinCC OA is just as welcome
• Practical experience with loop checks, instrument calibration and signal troubleshooting, and with reading P&IDs, loop diagrams and I/O lists
• A structured, disciplined approach to documentation and change control, and the confidence to say no to a change that compromises safety or system integrity
• Good command of English; German is a strong advantage given the site, suppliers and local contractors

Our work culture

People Over Processes.

At Black Semiconductor, flexibility is key—we ensure work adapts to life, not the other way around. We champion work-life harmony, where careers are meaningful and enriching. Our processes are human-centric, allowing you to focus on what matters

Let’s grow together.

Your potential is our priority. We provide the autonomy to make a lasting impact and nurture your growth through a culture of continuous learning. We invest in your journey for professional and personal development

Your Health and Future Matter.

Your well-being is paramount. We offer a comprehensive benefits package with outstanding insurance, pension and virtual stock options for your mental, physical, and financial health. Your peace of mind is our priority - in the present and future

We Live Openness.

Collaboration and inclusivity are the cornerstones of our culture. We practice openness, fostering trust and respect. Individuality is our collective strength, fueling innovation and driving us forward

We connect chips – and people.

We encourage qualified individuals from any background to apply. We foster an inclusive and supportive work environment that values collaboration, innovation, and growth. Join our team and be part of an organization dedicated to making a difference in the industry

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