Automation Engineer

Hires; México; On-site; MXN 520,000 - 860,000; Full time

Job summary

Hires seeks an Automation Engineer to design, implement, and troubleshoot automation systems for hygienic process industries. The role covers control architecture, PLC/SCADA programming, commissioning, and technical support in project and bid environments.

The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally with Process, Electrical, and Supply Chain teams, deliver compliant and safe solutions, and travel to customer sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Automation, or related Engineering field.
• Proven experience in automation execution within hygienic industries (Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical).
• Hands-on experience with Rockwell (Studio5000 / ControlLogix) and Wonderware InTouch is required.
• Knowledge of Siemens systems (TIA Portal, S7, SimaticNET) is preferred; C++, C#, Visual Studio, or SAP experience is a plus.
• Understanding of control requirements for common hygienic processes (e.g., CIP, pasteurization) is desirable.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Excellent communication, analytical, and cross-functional problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute automation solutions, including system architecture, control philosophies, FDS/DDS specifications, and network configurations.
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA applications (Rockwell, Wonderware), and manage interfaces with MES, ERP, and I/O systems.
• Perform design calculations, software simulations, FAT, and CAT to ensure functional alignment with quality, schedule, and budget targets.
• Ensure solution compliance with functional safety, risk assessments, design reviews, and applicable local regulations.
• Coordinate with Process, Electrical, and Supply Chain teams to align design specifications, functional requirements, and panel I/O allocations.
• Support site execution, commissioning activities, snag resolution, handover, and user/O&M manual preparation.
• Provide pre-sales technical support for customer meetings, site surveys, feasibility studies, and proposal/quotation reviews.

Skills

Automation engineering

PLC/SCADA programming

Hygienic industries

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Automation engineering

Tools

Rockwell Studio5000/ControlLogix

Wonderware InTouch

Siemens TIA Portal

SAP/Visual Studio

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic Automation Engineer to support our client. This role involves designing, executing, and delivering technical support for automation systems in both project and bid proposal environments, including control architecture, PLC/SCADA programming, commissioning, and system troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will combine strong automation engineering expertise with cross-functional collaboration and customer-facing skills to deliver reliable, safe, and compliant solutions for hygienic process industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute automation solutions, including system architecture, control philosophies, FDS/DDS specifications, and network configurations.
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA applications (Rockwell, Wonderware), and manage interfaces with MES, ERP, and I/O systems.
• Perform design calculations, software simulations, FAT, and CAT to ensure functional alignment with quality, schedule, and budget targets.
• Ensure solution compliance with functional safety, risk assessments, design reviews, and applicable local regulations.
• Coordinate with Process, Electrical, and Supply Chain teams to align design specifications, functional requirements, and panel I/O allocations.
• Support site execution, commissioning activities, snag resolution, handover, and user/O&M manual preparation.
• Provide pre-sales technical support for customer meetings, site surveys, feasibility studies, and proposal/quotation reviews.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Automation, or related Engineering field.
• Proven experience in automation execution within hygienic industries (Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical).
• Hands-on experience with Rockwell (Studio5000 / ControlLogix) and Wonderware InTouch is required.
• Knowledge of Siemens systems (TIA Portal, S7, SimaticNET) is preferred; C++, C#, Visual Studio, or SAP experience is a plus.
• Understanding of control requirements for common hygienic processes (e.g., CIP, pasteurization) is desirable.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Excellent communication, analytical, and cross-functional problem-solving skills.
• Availability for periodic travel to customer sites.