Automation Control Engineer

Hatch; Katowice; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Funding for sports activities

Team-building events

Charity initiatives

Modern office in the center of Katowic

Job summary

Hatch in Katowice is seeking a Control and Automation Engineer to join our Project Delivery Group on-site. You will work on designing, programming and commissioning control systems for complex projects in mining, metals and process industries.

The role requires a BSc/BEng in relevant engineering, knowledge of PLCs, DCS preferred, and strong troubleshooting. Fluency in Polish and English is expected; you will collaborate with specialists worldwide and support with safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• BSc/BEng in Electronic / Electrical Engineering, Controls and Automation Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with industrial communication technologies, networking and hardware.
• Knowledge of automation and instrumentation components and systems.
• Fundamental knowledge of network technology, servers, virtualization, and redundancy concepts.
• Knowledge of PLC technology. DCS knowledge is nice to have.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and customer service.
• Fluent in Polish and proficient in English.

Responsibilities

• Work with Control and Automation team on projects and ensure delivery on time and in budget.
• Design, program and commission control systems for complex projects.
• Deliver projects within mining, metals, process industries and more.
• Prepare and review engineering documentation (instrument lists, I/O lists, P&ID, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams).
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and procedures.
• Prepare Basic and Detail Engineering, procurement, installation of automation components.
• Create technical specifications and interface descriptions.
• Support with HAZOPs, SIL calculations and validations.
• Collaborate with project management and engineering staff to achieve objectives.
• Adhere to safety and quality policies and procedures.

Skills

Automation engineering

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Polish language

Education

BSc/BEng in Electronic or Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC technology

Networking hardware

DCS knowledge

Windows/Databases

Job description

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

We are looking currently for Control and Automation Engineerto join our Project Delivery Group (PDG) in Katowice (on-site).

• Work with Control and Automation team on projects and ensure delivery of project on time and in budget
• Have the opportunity to design, program and commission control systems for the world’s most complex projects
• Have the opportunity to deliver projects within mining, metals, process industries and more
• Prepare and review of all engineering documentation within discipline (instrument lists, I/O lists, P&ID, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams and others)
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards and internal procedures for all engineering activities
• Preparation of Basic and Detail Engineering, procurement, installation of automation components and systems
• Create technical specifications for automation components, systems and instrumentation
• Create technical functional descriptions, test specifications and instructions as well as interface descriptions
• Support with HAZOPs, SIL calculations and validations
• Collaborate with project management/engineering staff to achieve project objectives
• Conduct work in accordance with company safety and quality policies and procedures
• Perform field surveys, when necessary
• Provide construction support, commissioning and start-up assistance as required

Your background:

• BSc/BEng in Electronic / Electrical Engineering, Controls and Automation Engineering or equivalent, with a strong interest in industrial process control, automation and computer systems
• Experience with industrial communication technologies, networking and hardware
• Knowledge of automation and instrumentation components and systems
• Fundamental knowledge of network technology, servers, virtualization, and redundancy concepts
• Knowledge of PLC technology. DCS knowledge is nice to have.
• Demonstrated strong troubleshooting, analytical, technical problem-solving skills
• High attention to details, motivation and commitment to quality and customer service
• Ability to operate effectively and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Open mind and willingness to learn and quickly comprehend new concepts and technologies
• Ability to work in team environment with team members located locally and around the world
• Understanding of automation software development and implementation lifecycle
• Knowledge of Windows, Basic Networking and Databases
• Fluent in Polish and proficient in English
• Daily contact with specialists and clients from around the world
• An interesting career with opportunities for continuous self-development
• Work according to the latest global standards (newest work and design technologies)
• Implementation of projects related to the most advanced technologies and engineering processes
• Global exposure
• Flat organization structure
• Private medical care
• Life insurance
• Funding for sports activities
• Team-building events
• Charity initiatives
• Modern office in the center of Katowice