Automation Engineer (f/m/x)

SpiraTec AG; Lyon; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Overtime compensation

Mobile working

Training programs

Flat hierarchies

Buddy onboarding

Team events

Competitive pay

Job summary

SpiraTec France, part of the SpiraTec Group, delivers automation solutions for the process industry from Paris to a Lyon-area engineering office. The role involves driving digital transformation and delivering projects from idea to commissioning.

We value hands-on DCS expertise (DeltaV, PCS7, PKS, Zenon), a technical education, and a proactive, autonomous problem-solver who communicates confidently in French and English. Some international exposure and site visits are expected.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with DCS in process industries (DeltaV/PCS7/PKS/Zenon).
• Familiarity with CSV and GAMP5 standards is a plus.
• Ability to translate requirements into functional specs for automation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to automation projects from concept to commissioning and start-up support.
• Design, implement, qualify, and commission automation systems for reliable processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver practical solutions.
• Support internal project management to meet scope, schedule and quality goals.

Skills

Autonomy

Analytical thinking

French & English communication

Emerson DeltaV

Siemens PCS7

Honeywell PKS

CopaData Zenon

Education

Technical education (technician / university of applied sciences)

Job description

SpiraTec France has been part of the internationally active SpiraTec Group since 2024 and brings extensive expertise in process engineering, industrial IT, automation, and digital transformation to the French market.

With our headquaters in Paris and an engineering office near Lyon, we support the process industry from the initial idea through to the successful implementation of complex projects.

If you´re looking for an innovative work environment that offers international opportunities, exciting technologies, and plenty of room for personal growth, then SpiraTec France is the right place for you.

What are your tasks

Join us in delivering innovative automation solutions for leading industrial clients and be a part of exciting projects from start to finish.

Your responsibilites include:

• Contributing to automation projects throughout the entire project lifecycle, from concept development and detailed planning to commissioning, start-up support, and customer assistance.
• You play a key role in the design, implementation, qualification, and commissioning of automation systems, helping clients achieve reliable and efficient processes.
• Closely working with multidisciplinary teams and clients to turn requirements inot practical and sustainable solutions.
• Contribution to internal project management activities, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and high-quality standards.

What we appreciate about you

• You have solid hands‑on experience with DCS such as Emerson DeltaV, Siemens PCS7, Honeywell PKS, CopaData Zenon or other commom automation systems within process industries.
• Experience in pharmaceutical environment (CSV, GAMP5 standards) is a plus and highly valued, but not essential.
• You have broad process engineering knowledge and are confident in developing functional specifications that serve as the foundation for automation and control system programming.
• You hold a completed technical education (e.g. technican, university of applied sciences).
• You enjoy working autonomously while also thriving in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams.
• You are recognized for your analytical mindset, strong problem‑solving abilities, and pragmatic hands‑on approach.
• You communicate confidently in French and English. Other languages (German) will be appreciated, but are not mandatory.
• You are open to spending several weeks at customer sites when required and appreciate the opportunity to work closely with clients and gain valuable on‑site project experience.

What awaits you at SpiraTec

• Work on cutting‑edge projects: Help to drive digital transformation through innovative technologies, automation solutions, Industry 4.0, and digitalization initiatives in a future‑oriented company.
• Enjoy flexibility and work‑life balance: Flexible working hours, compensated overtime, and the possibility of mobile working, supported by state‑of‑the‑art equipment.
• Accelerate your development: Tailored traning programs and continuous learning oppertunities.
• Collaborative & empowering culture: Flat hierarchies, a team‑oriented work culture, short decision‑making processes and an open and transparent communication style.
• A smooth onboarding experience: An agile onboarding and a dedicated buddy who will support you during your integration and help you quickly feel part of the team.
• Celebrate achievments togehter: Team events, sports activities, holiday parties, and many more oppertunities to connect with colleagues and have fun.
• Receive a competitive salary package: The annual gross salary ranging from €35,000 to €50,0000, depending on your experience, qualifications, and expertise.

Would you like to bevome part of the team?