Controls & Automation Engineer (Freelance for 2 months)

PT Giesecke & Devrient Indonesia; Jawa Barat; On-site; IDR 167,400,000 - 390,600,000; Full time

Job summary

PT Giesecke & Devrient Indonesia is seeking a Controls & Automation Engineer for a 2-month freelance engagement. You will manage and integrate automation projects, focusing on PLC programming, motion control, and machine safety in industrial environments.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience, is fluent in Chinese, and can optimize cycle times, diagnose issues, and collaborate with suppliers to deliver reliable, high-performance control systems.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience managing and integrating automation projects.
• Fluent in Chinese is a must.
• Experience with PLC programming, motion control, and machine safety.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current automation issues and develop solutions with the supplier.
• Analyze current process and throughput issues and improve the solutions.
• Support design, testing and commissioning of automation systems.

Skills

PLC Programming

Automation

Siemens TIA Portal

Beckhoff TwinCAT

Drive Technology

Profinet

EtherCAT

HMI/SCADA

Machine Safety

Industrial Networks

Tools

EPLAN

Multimeter

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Controls & Automation Engineer (Freelance for 2 months)

3 years of experience of managing integrating automation projects is required

Fluent in Chinese is a must

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

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

Our Multinational company is a global market leader and pioneering innovator in banknote production, sortation machine and processing, security documents, and identification systems. It supplies commercial banks, business enterprises, network operators, and public transportation companies with innovative hardware, comprehensive software and services, and end-to-end solutions for mobile security applications.

Our Multinational company is a global market leader and pioneering innovator in banknote production, sortation machine and processing, security documents, and identification systems. It supplies commercial banks, business enterprises, network operators, and public transportation companies with innovative hardware, comprehensive software and services, and end-to-end solutions for mobile security applications.