Automation Specialist

Asian Terminals Inc.; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Asian Terminals Incorporated in Manila seeks an Automation Specialist to install, configure, troubleshoot and maintain crane control systems. You will work on PLCs, drives, and motion control on STS and RTG cranes, ensuring safety and uptime.

The role requires 7+ years in electrical/automation maintenance, with experience in PLCs, HMI, Ethernet networks, and crane brands. Strong documentation and training abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Electrical Engineering or Industrial Automation.
• At least 7 years' experience in electrical/automation maintenance.
• Knowledge of PLC, drives, fiber optic networks and industrial communications.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and implement solutions to minimize downtime.
• Interpret/modify PLC logic and HMI screens for optimization and safety.
• Calibrate sensors, encoders, inverters and related drive systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and drive parameter tuning.
• Coordinate with OEMs for updates and technical support.
• Assist in commissioning cranes or major control upgrades.
• Document PLC programs, drive configs, wiring diagrams, fault logs.
• Train maintenance staff on control systems and electrical safety.

Skills

Documentation skills

Education

Electrical Engineering

Industrial Automation

Tools

PLC

Drives

HMI

Profibus/Profinet/Ethernet networks

Fiber optic communication

Job description

About the role

The Automation Specialist perform installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Automation systems, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Drives and motion control systems on STS and RTG cranes.

Key Accountabilities

• Diagnose faults and implement solutions for control system failures in minimal time to reduce equipment downtime.

• Interpret and modify Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) logic and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) screens for operational optimization and safety compliance.

• Calibrate and maintain sensors, encoders, inverters, and feedback devices associated with crane control systems.

• Carry out regular preventive maintenance and drive parameter tuning to ensure equipment longevity and safety.

• Work with OEMs (e.g., Siemens, Fuji, Yaskawa, etc.) for updates and technical support.

• Assist in commissioning new cranes or major control upgrades and retrofits.

• Maintain documentation of PLC programs, drive configurations, wiring diagrams, and fault logs.

• Train maintenance staff on control system basics, PLC, drives and best practices for electrical safety.

Qualities, Skills and Experience:

• Graduate of Electrical Engineering or Industrial Automation

• With at least 7-year experience as Electrical/Automation maintenance

• Knowledgeable in PLC, Drives, fiber optic communication, and Profibus/Profinet/Ethernet networks

• Has familiarity with crane brands such as ZPMC and Liebherr

• Excellent documentation and communication skills

About Asian Terminals Incorporated

ATI operates the Manila South Harbor – the premier international trade gateway for Metro Manila, the Batangas Container Terminal – the most modern container port for Calabarzon, the Integrated Batangas Port which includes the Batangas Passenger Terminal – recognized as the Biggest, Busiest, and most Modern interisland transport hub in the country, and strategic Inland Logistics Terminals in Manila, Laguna and Batangas which serve as major dry port infrastructure and linchpins to economic zones in Luzon. In 2024, ATI launched its most recent marine infrastructure and innovative trade solution the Tanza Container Barge Terminal, operated by its subsidiary Tanza Container Terminal Inc. The container barge terminal is operationally linked to Manila South Harbor, offering direct connectivity for Cavite-based industries to international destinations, while contributing to reducing carbon emissions and road traffic congestion by moving boxes more efficiently via barging.

By combining top quality Filipino management with the international leadership of DP World, ATI takes pride in providing comprehensive and reliable terminal and logistics services for commodities and people across markets, including containerized and non-containerized cargoes, bulk and break-bulk cargoes, roll-on/roll-off shipment, and local and international passengers -- comprehensive service offerings which come second to none in the Philippine port industry.

Anchored on four decades of proven industry track-record, ATI sets its sights into the future by continuously investing on terminal infrastructure, processes, and technologies to further increase efficiency, safety, and productivity, while keeping in step with the robustly expanding economy. ATI ensures that these vital economic pillars remain responsive to market needs and competitive to customer demands in line with and in fulfilment of its commitment with the Philippine Ports Authority.