Automation Engineer

Etteplan; Vantaa; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Etteplan is seeking an Automation Engineer to join their team in Vantaa. In this role, you'll work on industrial automation projects, creating and implementing solutions that integrate PLCs, robotics, and data systems.

Responsibilities include developing PLC programs, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring system reliability. A background in automation and relevant technical education is required, along with fluency in English and Finnish.

This is a permanent, full-time position that necessitates on-site work.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial automation projects and system implementation.
• Fluency in English and Finnish required.
• Capability to work on-site in Vantaa.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PLC programs for industrial automation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for systems integration.
• Support commissioning and troubleshooting activities.

Skills

PLC programming

Discrete production/manufacturing automation

Robotics

Data integrations

Electrical schematics interpretation

Education

BSc or MSc in Engineering or a relevant technical field

Tools

Siemens automation systems

Beckhoff automation systems

B&R automation systems

Job description

We are seeking an Automation Engineer to join our team. In this role you will work on industrial automation projects, contributing to the development and implementation of systems where PLCs, robotics and data solutions are integrated into complete customer applications.

Our projects often begin with incomplete or evolving inputs, requiring a flexible and practical approach to deliver technically sound and commercially viable results.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PLC programs as part of industrial automation solutions
• Contribute to the integration of PLCs, robotics, and data systems into complete solutions
• Interpret electrical schematics and support system definition activities
• Assist in ensuring overall system functionality, performance, and reliability
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, and software engineering
• Support commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting activities
• Work with customers and internal teams to clarify requirements and refine solutions

What We Expect from You

• Background in discrete production/manufacturing automation
• Experience in industrial automation projects, with a solid understanding of system implementation in practice
• Strong focus on PLC programming as a primary responsibility, with knowledge of higher-level data integrations
• Experience with Siemens / Bekchoff / B& R automation systems and text-based programming languages
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience in robotics, AMRs and simulations
• Practical, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to adapt to changing requirements
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
• BSc or MSc in Engineering or a relevant technical field
• Fluent in English and Finnish
• Willingness to travel occasionally
• Capability to work daily on-site (Vantaa )

Location & Employment Details

• Permanent, full-time position
• Location: Helsinki metropolitan area (on-site in Vantaa)
• Applicants must have valid authorization to work in Finland
• Please note: Etteplan does not provide relocation support or compensation

The salary range is quite wide, reflecting our openness to both earlier‑career and more experienced professionals. What matters most to us is finding the right competencies and fit, and aligning the role and compensation to match.

Sounds like the right opportunity for you? If you find this position interesting, we will be happy to hear from you soon!