Junior Automation / SCADA Site Inspector

Artelia; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Artelia Group is seeking a Junior Automation / SCADA Site Inspector to join its Industry Division on a major microelectronics project in the Milan area. The role focuses on automation, SCADA/BMS systems, and construction site supervision, working within an international team to develop skills on complex automation systems.

You will inspect installations, verify compliance with design docs, support testing, and participate in meetings with contractors and clients.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Automation Engineering or a related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in automation, commissioning, engineering design, or site activities.
• Ability to read automation diagrams, network architectures, and technical documentation.
• Excellent command of Italian; good English (minimum B2).

Responsibilities

• Support supervision and inspection of automation systems on site.
• Verify installations meet design documents and specifications.
• Assist in monitoring automation systems for facility installations and control panels.
• Support verification of SCADA interfaces, gateways, and networks.
• Analyze I/O lists, specs, network architectures, and docs.
• Participate in controller configurations and commissioning activities.
• Prepare progress, inspection, and non-conformance reports.
• Attend coordination meetings with contractors, suppliers, clients and project team.
• Support functional testing and acceptance activities for automation systems.
• Carry out site inspections with safety compliance.

Skills

Italian language

English (B2+)

Microsoft Excel

Education

Master's Degree in Automation Engineering

Master's Degree in Electronics/Electrical/Computer Engineering with automation specialization

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Siemens WinCC

Schneider EcoStruxure

OPC UA

Desigo

Job description

Who are we?

We are an engineering group and a major player in the fields of buildings, water, energy, industry and mobility.

Who are we?

We are an engineering group and a major player in the fields of buildings, water, energy, industry and mobility.

Wholly owned by our employees, we are united by a shared passion: a profession that combines the art of designing with ingenuity and delivering with commitment.

Our 11,000 employees across more than 40 countries create solutions every day for a positive future, addressing key challenges for both people and the planet. Our teams remain human-sized, fostering close relationships, day-to-day collaboration and the sharing of knowledge and experience.

To make this job advertisement easier to read, inclusive writing has not been used. Any masculine terms are intended to refer equally to women, men and non-binary people.

Job Description

For our Industry Division, we are looking for a Junior Automation / SCADA Site Inspector to join a major industrial project in the microelectronics sector based in Milan.

We are seeking a bright, curious, and field-oriented professional interested in developing skills in industrial automation, SCADA/BMS systems, and construction site supervision, while contributing to one of the most significant industrial projects currently underway in the cleanroom sector.

The successful candidate will join an international multidisciplinary team of more than 100 professionals and will work alongside senior colleagues, progressively gaining autonomy in the inspection and control of complex automation systems.

What You Will Do

• Support the supervision and inspection of automation systems installed on site.
• Verify the compliance of installations with design documents, technical specifications, and approved documentation.
• Assist in monitoring automation systems for facility installations and associated control panels.
• Support verification activities related to SCADA interfaces, gateways, and communication networks.
• Analyze I/O lists, functional specifications, network architectures, and project technical documentation.
• Contribute to monitoring controller configurations and commissioning activities.
• Prepare technical progress, inspection, and non-conformance reports.
• Participate in coordination meetings with contractors, suppliers, clients, and the international project team.
• Support functional testing and acceptance activities for automation systems.
• Carry out site inspections and continuous field checks in compliance with safety procedures.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Automation Engineering.
• Alternatively, a Master's Degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering with a specialization in automation.
• Between 0 and 3 years of experience in industrial automation, commissioning, engineering design, or construction site activities.
• Basic knowledge of PLCs, SCADA/BMS systems, and industrial networks.
• Ability to read automation diagrams, network architectures, and technical documentation.
• Excellent command of Italian.
• Good written and spoken English skills (minimum B2 level).
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Availability to work on a permanent basis at the Agrate Brianza (MI) construction site.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience, even limited, in the development or configuration of PLCs, SCADA, BMS, or control systems.
• Knowledge of Siemens platforms (TIA Portal, WinCC, Desigo), Schneider EcoStruxure, or equivalent solutions.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, or OPC UA.
• Experience in commissioning, FAT (Factory Acceptance Test), or SAT (Site Acceptance Test).
• Construction site safety training.
• Knowledge of cleanroom, data center, pharmaceutical, or semiconductor environments.
• Knowledge of the French language would be considered an advantage.

Key Personal Attributes

• Strong interest in site-based activities.
• Accuracy and technical rigor.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive approach and ability to work independently.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with contractors, suppliers, and clients.
• Team spirit and ability to work in multidisciplinary and international environments.
• Technical curiosity and a strong willingness to learn.

Additional Information

• Permanent employment contract or freelance collaboration (VAT-registered contractor), depending on the preference of the selected candidate.
• Indicative gross annual salary: €35,000 - €45,000.
• Opportunity to contribute to a major industrial project focused on the construction of cleanrooms for the microelectronics sector.
• Structured training and professional development programme.
• Ongoing support and mentoring from senior automation and project management professionals.
• Opportunity to develop specialist expertise in control and supervisory systems used in advanced industrial facilities.
• Opportunity to work daily within an international multidisciplinary team.
• Potential for future growth on national and international industrial projects within the Artelia Group.
• Dynamic, merit-based work environment focused on skills development and professional growth
• Location: Agrate Brianza (MI), Italy
• Working arrangements: Full-time on-site presence at the construction site.