Project Engineer Automation & Controls (f/m/x)

Mars UK; Sochaczew; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Private Medical Care

Employee Assistance Program

MultiBenefit Program

Subsidized meals

Savings scheme

Career development support

Product discounts

Job summary

Mars UK is seeking a Project Engineer Automation & Controls at our Sochaczew site in Poland. You will lead capital investment projects across automation, controls, electrical systems and factory digitalization, combining project leadership with deep technical know-how.

You will work with PLC platforms (Siemens/Rockwell), SCADA/MES, and industrial networks, coordinating teams and stakeholders to deliver on time and within budget. English proficiency required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience, delivering capital investment or industrial improvement projects.
• Strong controls engineering background with hands-on experience in industrial automation and control systems in manufacturing.
• Experience with PLC platforms such as Siemens and/or Rockwell, including troubleshooting and commissioning.
• Knowledge of SCADA, MES, industrial networks and factory digitalization solutions.
• Proven ability to lead technical projects and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
• Fluent English communication, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital investment projects from concept through execution, commissioning and handover to operations.
• Deliver projects safely, on time, within budget and aligned with business objectives.
• Manage automation and controls project activities, including PLC, SCADA, MES, industrial networks and factory IT systems.
• Define technical requirements and develop solutions with manufacturing, engineering and business stakeholders.
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers and multidisciplinary project teams during execution.
• Ensure compliance with Mars engineering standards, quality, food safety and regulations.
• Provide technical expertise to manufacturing in automation, controls and electrical systems.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of global and regional engineering standards.

Skills

Industrial automation

Controls engineering

PLC

SCADA

MES

Industrial networks

Factory digitalization

Fluent English

Education

Degree in Automation/Control Systems/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

AutoCAD

EPLAN

SQL databases

Historian systems

Job description

Job Description:

Project Engineer Automation & Controls (f/m/x)

Mars Snacking, Engineering Department

Location: Janaszówek/Sochaczew

*** hybrid working model up to 50% ***

As a Project Engineer Automation & Control, you will lead and deliver capital investment projects focused on automation, controls, electrical systems and factory digitalization. This role combines project leadership with deep technical expertise in industrial control systems, supporting the implementation of innovative manufacturing solutions within one of Mars' largest production sites.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Lead capital investment projects from concept through execution, commissioning and handover to operations.
• Deliver projects safely, on time, within budget and in line with agreed business objectives.
• Manage automation and controls-related project activities, including PLC, SCADA, MES, industrial networks and factory IT systems.
• Define technical requirements and develop solutions together with manufacturing, engineering and business stakeholders.
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers and multidisciplinary project teams throughout project execution.
• Ensure compliance with Mars engineering standards, quality requirements, food safety standards and applicable regulations.
• Provide technical expertise and support to manufacturing teams in the areas of automation, controls and electrical systems.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of global and regional engineering standards, while promoting best practices and continuous improvement.

What are we looking for?

• Degree in Automation, Control Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Strong controls engineering background with hands‑on experience in industrial automation and control systems within a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience, including delivering capital investment or industrial improvement projects.
• Experience working with PLC platforms such as Siemens and/or Rockwell, including troubleshooting and commissioning activities.
• Knowledge of SCADA, MES, industrial networks and factory digitalization solutions.
• Proven ability to lead technical projects and collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of engineering safety, quality and reliability principles.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG, food manufacturing or other highly automated production environments.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, EPLAN or similar engineering design tools.
• Experience with SQL databases, historian systems and industrial data collection platforms.
• Familiarity with Python, C#, JavaScript or other programming languages.
• Electrical qualifications (G1) and additional energy‑related qualifications (G2/G3).
• Knowledge of vision systems, robotics or cobot technologies.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Employment contract.
• Attractive compensation package, including a Business Bonus and Christmas Bonus.
• We care about your safety and well-being by offering a comprehensive benefits package, including life insurance, private medical care, an Employee Assistance Program fully funded by Mars, and the MultiBenefit Program.
• Subsidized meals.
• An additional savings scheme to support your long‑term financial security.
• Career development support through a personalized development plan.
• Enjoy attractive discounts on our products that your family and friends will love.
• Opportunities to participate in volunteering initiatives during working hours.