Control And Automation Engineer (Freelancer For 2 Months)

Giesecke Devrient Gmbh; Indonesia; On-site; IDR 89,280,000 - 167,400,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Giesecke Devrient Gmbh is seeking a Control and Automation Engineer on a freelance basis for a 2-month assignment in Indonesia. The role focuses on industrial automation, PLC programming, drive technology, and process optimization across automated production environments.

The candidate should have hands-on experience with Siemens TIA Portal and Beckhoff TwinCAT, plus strong troubleshooting skills and knowledge of Profinet/EtherCAT. Fluent in Chinese is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial automation and machine control systems.
• Proven skills in PLC programming and drive technology.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and fault finding.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current issues from automation technique and develop solutions with suppliers.
• Analyze current process and throughput issues to improve solutions.
• Three years of experience in managing integrating automation projects.

Skills

PLC Programming

Automation

Motion Control

HMI & SCADA

Diagnostics

Cycle Time

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Beckhoff TwinCAT

EPLAN

Job description

Control And Automation Engineer (Freelancer for 2 months))

Professional Profile

Experienced Freelance Controls & Automation Engineer specializing in industrial automation, machine control systems, drive technology, and process optimization. Proven expertise in PLC programming, motion control, industrial communication networks, machine safety, and troubleshooting within highly automated production environments. Strong track record of improving machine performance, reducing cycle times, optimizing positioning accuracy, and ensuring reliable operation through systematic diagnostics and continuous technical improvements.

Scope of work

analyses current issues from the automation technique, error handling and develop solutions together with the supplier solving the same

analyses of current process and throughput issues improving the solutions

3 years of experience of managing integrating automation projects

Fluent in Chinese is a must

Core Competencies

PLC Programming & Automation

Extensive experience with leading automation platforms such as Siemens TIA Portal and Beckhoff TwinCAT.

Development, commissioning, testing, and optimization of machine control software for industrial applications.

Hands-on experience with drive technologies from SEW-Eurodrive, Siemens Sinamics, and others.

Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols and fieldbus systems, including Profinet, EtherCAT, and Ethernet/IP.

Design, integration, and troubleshooting of networked automation systems for seamless machine and plant communication.

HMI & SCADA Systems

Customization and enhancement of HMI and SCADA interfaces to improve operator usability and productivity.

Development of intuitive machine operation concepts, clear alarm management, and user-friendly diagnostic tools.

Functional Safety & Machine Safety

Practical implementation of machine safety functions according to ISO 13849 standards.

Experience with Safety Integrated concepts, emergency stop systems, safety door interlocks, and risk-reduction measures in industrial machinery.

Diagnostics & Process Optimization

Rapid interpretation of electrical schematics (EPLAN and similar systems).

Systematic fault finding in control cabinets using measurement equipment such as multimeters and diagnostic tools.

Efficient identification and resolution of electrical, mechanical, and software-related issues.

Cycle Time Optimization

Fine-tuning of control algorithms, motion profiles, and process parameters to maximize throughput while minimizing wear and downtime.

Continuous performance analysis and implementation of efficiency improvements in automated production systems.

Areas of Expertise

PLC Software Development

Motion Control Systems

Machine Safety Engineering

Production Line Optimization

Manufacturing Process Improvement

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