Deputy Head / Head of Automation - PtX / Green Hydrogen

Gibson Watts; Köln; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established engineering firm in North Rhine-Westphalia is seeking a skilled automation expert to lead their PtX/Green Hydrogen team. This pivotal role involves overseeing automation systems' design, implementation, and optimization, while mentoring junior team members. With a clear succession plan in place, you will ensure seamless integration of automation technologies across various operations. The company offers a unique opportunity to work in clean tech, fostering a collaborative environment where your contributions can drive significant advancements in the industry. If you possess strong communication skills and a passion for automation, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years of automation experience required.
• Expertise in automation system integration and modularization.

Aufgaben

• Oversee design and optimization of automation systems.
• Coordinate activities between internal teams and external partners.

Kenntnisse

Automation Systems Design

PLC Expertise

Process Optimization

Communication Skills

Hydrogen Technology Knowledge

Jobbeschreibung

A respected German Engineering business with a head office in North Rhine-Westphalia and additional international offices that is continuing to build out its existing PtX / Green Hydrogen team.

The Role

You will work closely with the current Head of Automation with a succession plan in place to take over that role in 12 months time. You work will be essential to ensure the integration automation technology across development, production and operations. You will also mentor more junior members of the automation team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of automation systems electrolysers.
• Coordinate automation-related activities between internal teams and external partners, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Act as a bridge between global automation efforts ensuring the successful localization of automation strategies.
• Support knowledge transfer, training, and technical exchange.
• Contribute to the overall strategy for automation.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in automation technologies, identifying opportunities to enhance system performance and competitiveness.
• Ensure all automation systems comply with relevant safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Establish robust testing, validation, and monitoring protocols to guarantee system reliability and performance
• 7+ years of automation experience
• PLC expert
• Expertise in automation system integration, modularization, and process optimization
• Ideally a hydrogen / PtX / electrolyser background. Other similar process industries may be considered for exceptional candidates.
• A real 'people person'; this role requires excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Full professional German & English.

This is a rare opportunity to find a role within clean tech within a mature business that can offer a clear and pre-planned career path.