Senior Marine Automation Engineer – SCADA & Onboard

Nacosmarine

Denmark

On-site

DKK 800,000 - 1,000,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

NACOSMarine in Denmark is seeking a Senior Service Engineer (Automation) to program, commission, and support IAS/IAMCS and SCADA solutions on vessels, including cruise ships and large commercial ships.

You will work with shipowners, shipyards, and internal engineering teams to deliver high-quality automations across new builds, refits, upgrades, and warranty activities, with travel and onboard assignments as required.

Qualifications

Experience with industrial automation systems and SCADA software.
PLC programming across IEC61131-3 standards (ST/LD/FBD).
Strong troubleshooting across automation software, electronics, and networks.
Experience with marine/common industrial communication protocols (Modbus, NMEA, OPC, Profibus).
Willingness to travel internationally and work onboard vessels.

Responsibilities

Perform commissioning, service, refits, and upgrades of marine automation and SCADA systems.
Support FAT, HAT, and sea trials, including onboard commissioning activities.
Diagnose and resolve complex issues during service execution.
Develop, modify, and standardize PLC/SCADA software for in-house and onboard use.
Handle warranty cases for new builds and retrofits, including remote and onsite support.
Prepare and maintain technical documentation such as functional descriptions and drawings.
Support class compliance activities and handovers to owners and yards.
Communicate professionally with customers and stakeholders during projects.