Automation Engineer

APM Terminals; Savona; In loco; EUR 35.000 - 44.000; Tempo pieno

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Life & Accident Insurance

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Employee Assistance Program

Global Referral Program

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Descrizione del lavoro

APM Terminals Vado Gateway is seeking an Automation Engineer to join our Asset Maintenance team. You will help ensure the reliability, performance, and continuous development of our automated terminal systems, working with Operations, technology partners, and engineering teams.

This role offers exposure to one of Europe’s most advanced container terminals, with opportunities to shape automation strategies, improve equipment availability, and contribute to safe, efficient port operations at Vado

Competenze

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electronics or equivalent.
• Experience with highly automated electromechanical systems.
• Understanding of electrical schematics, motors, drives, PLCs.
• Basic IT knowledge: servers, databases, APIs, and networking.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken.

Mansioni

• Support project teams and end users during implementation of automated systems.
• Design, test, commission, and improve automation systems and networks.
• Troubleshoot industrial networks and document solutions.
• Monitor risks and prepare reports with preventive actions.
• Ensure IT/OT service management compliance and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with OEMs, integrators, and suppliers for deployment.
• Drive reliability through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Analyze KPIs to support long-term maintenance and automation strategies.

Conoscenze

Automation engineering

Electrical systems

Industrial networks

PLC basics (Siemens)

Programming basics (Python/C++)

Formazione

Degree in Automation Engineering or Electronics

Strumenti

Siemens components

Industrial networking

Programming basics

Descrizione del lavoro

Salary

Hiring Range: 35.000€ - 44.000€ Short Term Incentive at target (actual payout may vary based on performance): 7.5%

Benefits

• Life & Accident Insurance
• Meal Card
• Employee Assistance Program
• Global Referral Program
• Global Maternity Program (Return to Work Plan)
• Role Specific Benefits

Location

Vado Ligure, Italy (On-site)

Reports to

Asset Maintenance Manager

Join APM Terminals Vado Gateway

Are you ready to embark on an exciting career journey in the dynamic world of terminal operations? APM Terminals is a global leader in port and terminal management. As part of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, we're dedicated to delivering excellence in container handling, logistics solutions, and maritime services across the globe. At APM Terminals, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence. With a presence in over 70 countries and a commitment to sustainability, we offer unparalleled opportunities for growth and development in a diverse and inclusive environment. Join us as we continue to shape the future of global trade and make a meaningful impact on communities worldwide. Discover your potential with APM Terminals and become part of a team that's redefining the industry standards.

At APM Terminals Vado Gateway, we are shaping the future of automated port operations through innovation, technology, and operational excellence. We are currently looking for an Automation Engineer to join our Asset Maintenance team and play a key role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and continuous development of our automated terminal systems. This is an exciting opportunity to work in one of the most technologically advanced container terminals in Europe, collaborating with Operations, technology providers, and engineering teams to maximize safety, availability, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project teams and end users during the implementation of automated systems and technologies.
• Contribute to the design, testing, commissioning, and continuous improvement of industrial automation systems, networks, and related infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot industrial network and wireless communication issues, documenting solutions and maintaining technical knowledge bases.
• Monitor risks and opportunities during implementation projects, preparing reports and recommending preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with IT and Operational Technology (OT) service management processes and contribute to their continuous improvement.
• Participate in research and development initiatives aimed at enhancing automation system performance, reliability, and competitiveness.
• Coordinate with OEMs, system integrators, contractors, and suppliers to ensure successful implementation and integration of automation solutions.
• Drive equipment reliability through fault analysis, root cause investigations, and corrective actions.
• Monitor and analyze equipment reliability and availability KPIs to support long-term maintenance and automation strategies.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or equivalent technical experience.
• Experience working with highly automated electromechanical systems.
• Good understanding of electrical systems and electrical schematics, including motors, actuators, circuit breakers, and three-phase systems.
• Knowledge of electronic devices, drives/inverters, motor modules, I/O components, and PLCs.
• Experience with Siemens products is considered a strong advantage.
• Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, servers, databases, and APIs.
• Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, and Modbus.
• Basic programming skills in at least one language such as Python, C++, C#, JavaScript, VB6, or equivalent.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured and results-oriented mindset.
• Excellent documentation and follow-through capabilities.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Preferred

• Previous experience in ports, container terminals, logistics facilities, or other highly automated industrial environments.
• Familiarity with Lean methodologies such as Kaizen, A3 Problem Solving, and Root Cause Analysis.

Why Join Us?

• Work with advanced automation technologies in a state-of-the-art container terminal.
• Develop expertise in reliability engineering and complex automated equipment.
• Gain direct exposure to port and terminal operations.
• Collaborate with international teams, suppliers, and industry experts.
• Build a long-term career within a global organization committed to innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.

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At APM Terminals, we are a team of over 20,000 employees spread across more than 60 countries united by a passion to provide our expertise in port operations and container management services. By providing the expertise and port infrastructure essential to world trade, we actively support the advancement of the societies around us, enabling local economies to unlock their potential and build an even stronger global community. Working with a team of talented professionals you will get a chance to experience different cultures and make friends all over the world. You’ll find a culturally diverse, stimulating environment at any of our offices, terminals or depots. When you join APM Terminals, the world is your workplace. APM Terminals is an independent business unit within the Danish Maersk Group – a Global Fortune 500 company with about 89,000 employees and offices in 130 countries with global growth opportunities in a range of fields from shipping and energy to our offshore and manufacturing industries - Join us to achieve even your most ambitious career goals!