Lead Automation Engineer, Paper Mill Systems

APP Group; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 420,000,000 - 700,000,000; Full time

Job summary

APP Group is looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to lead and optimize automation systems for paper production. You will act as the technical authority for DCS, PLC, QCS, and drive systems, ensuring high reliability, stable quality, and maximum production efficiency.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical/Instrumentation/Automation and 10+ years in pulp and paper automation. You will mentor engineers and manage modernization projects in a high-speed paper machine environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Instrumentation / Automation Engineering.
• 10+ years experience in pulp & paper automation.
• Strong expertise in DCS (ABB/Honeywell/Valmet), PLC (Siemens/Rockwell), QCS, and drives.

Responsibilities

• Optimize DCS, PLC, and QCS performance across paper machine sections.
• Troubleshoot complex automation and control issues to minimize downtime.
• Lead automation upgrade and modernization projects.
• Improve OEE, reduce machine breaks, and stabilize quality parameters.
• Mentor engineers and ensure proper system documentation.

Skills

DCS systems

PLC systems

QCS

Drive systems

Automation engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Instrumentation / Automation Engineering

Tools

ABB DCS

Honeywell DCS

Valmet DCS

Job description

APP Group is looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to lead and optimize automation systems for paper production. You will act as the technical authority for DCS, PLC, QCS, and drive systems, ensuring high reliability, stable quality, and maximum production efficiency.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical/Instrumentation/Automation and 10+ years in pulp and paper automation. You will mentor engineers and manage modernization projects in a high-speed paper machine environment.