Senior PLC & Industrial Automation Engineer (Pulp & Paper)

APRIL

Riau

On-site

IDR 420,000,000 - 680,000,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

APRIL in Pelalawan Regency, Riau, Indonesia, is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to oversee PLC/DCS/SCADA systems within the pulp and paper plant. You will optimize performance, troubleshoot complex control issues, and lead automation improvement projects.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in electrical/electronics/automation engineering, at least eight years in PLC/automation, and a proven ability to work cross-functionally with maintenance, process, and operations teams.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Automation/Instrumentation or related field.
Minimum 8 years of experience in PLC/Automation Engineering.
Mandatory experience in the Pulp & Paper industry.
Strong knowledge of PLC, DCS, SCADA, HMI and industrial automation systems.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC and automation systems.
Monitor reliability of PLC, DCS, SCADA, and related systems.
Perform root-cause analysis to minimize downtime.
Develop and modify PLC programs and control logic.
Support commissioning, upgrades, and integration of systems.
Collaborate with Electrical, Instrumentation, Process, Maintenance, Operations teams.
Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance of automation equipment.
Ensure compliance with standards, practices, and safety requirements.
Provide technical guidance to technicians and engineering teams.
Document PLC programs, configurations, and changes.