Automation Engineer

dsm-firmenich; Karawang Barat; On-site; IDR 200,000,000 - 320,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career paths

Impact millions

Science-led company

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Voice matters

Job summary

Dsm-firmenich is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, develop, and maintain automated control systems at its Karawang office. The role involves PLC programming, HMI/SCADA work, and cross-functional collaboration to improve production efficiency and safety.

The engineer will report to the Engineering & Maintenance Manager and work on-site, shaping automation across production lines while ensuring adherence to health, quality, and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in industrial automation or control systems.
• Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron).
• Experience with HMI/SCADA (WinCC, FactoryTalk, iFIX).
• Knowledge of industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus).
• Familiarity with safety systems (SIL, machine guarding).

Responsibilities

• Follows and implement Health, Safety & Environment policies/procedures, Food safety and Quality, including GMP if applicable
• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems
• Develop and implement automation solutions for production lines and equipment
• Analyze production processes to identify opportunities for automation and optimization
• Maintain documentation for control systems, wiring diagrams, and software
• Participate in commissioning and validation of new automated systems

Skills

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Industrial automation

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field

Tools

PLC programming (Siemens/AB/Omron)

HMI/SCADA (WinCC/FactoryTalk/iFIX)

Industrial networks (Ethernet/IP/Profibus/Modbus)

Safety systems (SIL, machine guarding)

Job description

Job title – Automation Engineer

Location – Karawang, Jakarta

The Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated systems and control processes to improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, and safety. This role involves programming PLCs, troubleshooting automation issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions.

This function will be reporting to the Engineering & Maintenance Manager and will be based at our office at Karawang.

Key Responsibilities

• Follows and implement Health, Safety & Environment policies/procedures, Food safety and Quality, including GMP if applicable
• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems
• Develop and implement automation solutions for production lines and equipment
• Analyze production processes to identify opportunities for automation and optimization
• Maintain documentation for control systems, wiring diagrams, and software
• Participate in commissioning and validation of new automated systems

We offer

• Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day - sustainability embedded in all we do
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere - from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you'll work on what's next
• Growth that keeps up with you - you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
• A culture that lifts you up - with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on
• A community where your voice matters - it is essential to serve our customers well

You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in industrial automation or control systems
• Proficient in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron)
• Experience with HMI/SCADA systems (e.g., WinCC, FactoryTalk, iFIX)
• Knowledge of industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus)
• Familiarity with safety systems (e.g., SIL, machine guarding)

About Dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations - we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions - every single day. Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They're essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work - and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds - no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help - just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.