Maintenance Automation Engineer - Thrace

Bunge; Kırklareli Merkez; On-site; TRY 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global agribusiness company is seeking a Maintenance Automation Engineer in Thrace to enhance efficiency and oversee maintenance operations. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 2-5 years of related experience, particularly in PLC and SCADA systems. Applicants should have strong communication skills and the ability to analyze and troubleshoot systems effectively. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical services

Lunch provided

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in the Maintenance and/or Process Control Automation fields.
• Production facility experience required.
• Hands-on experience with PLC and SCADA programming.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve industrial control systems in the Thrace Factory.
• Manage maintenance activities and ensure compliance with company standards.
• Participate in the planning and execution of automation projects.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA programming

English proficiency

Analytic skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of TCP/IP

Knowledge in automation systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering or related field

Tools

Siemens PLC (Step 7, Tia Portal)

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Location: Thrace
City: Thrace
State: Kırklareli (TR-39)
Country: Türkiye (TR)
Requisition Number: 40283

Bunge - Leaders in agribusiness, food and ingredients

Are you willing to consolidate your career in maintenance management? Looking to make a difference in one of the biggest global companies in agri‑business, in one of the most stable industries at the time being? How about applying for our Maintenance Automation Engineer role, based in Thrace? Read the vacancy below and learn more about it !

What will you be doing as an Automation Engineer?

The core focus of the Automation Engineer activity is to monitor and improve the functioning of the industrial control systems in our Thrace Factory, with the optimal use of the available resources.

• Managing the maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of SAP maintenance module is desirable.
• Preferably interested in using diagnostic tools in maintenance.
• Monitoring and reporting daily maintenance and reliability activities.
• Analyzing troubleshooting and creating action plans with proper follow up.
• Monitoring, controlling and taking initiatives for corrective actions to achieve better KPI’s.
• Working for well‑maintained of PLC Scada and electrical‑electronic systems and automations systems keeping project and related software and document backups up to date.
• Ensuring that PLC Scada automation and electrical‑electronic systems are maintained and working, to update the project and related software and document backups.
• Develop automation improvement projects to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Periodically checking machines and equipment.
• Planning team development and providing training for all team members.
• Participate in the planning and execution of automation projects, including upgrades, expansions, and new installations.
• Supplier management and application controls on the site according to Bunge rules.
• Plans, it ensures annual, monthly and daily Preventive Maintenance planning and implementation.

What do we expect from our Maintenance Automation Engineer?

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical & Electronics Engineering, Control and Automation Engineering or related areas.
• Good command of written and verbal English.
• 2–5 years of experience in the Maintenance and/or Process Control Automation fields.
• Production facility experience.
• Hands‑on experience with PLC and SCADA programming.
• Experience in Siemens PLC (Step 7 – Tia Portal) and SCADA (WinCC – WinCC Professional) and SAP system is preferred.
• Experience and understanding of general network (TCP/IP L2, L3) models and communication protocols (Profibus, Profinet, Modbus, etc.) used in industry.
• Knowledge in industrial automation and control systems, usage of automation equipment (inverters, controllers, industrial process regulators), electric equipment of command and control.
• Specify instrumentation and control devices, such as sensors, actuators, and flow meters.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Good command of MS Office.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytic skills.

What do we offer to our Maintenance Automation Engineer?

A dynamic position, which can make the difference within an international organization placing safety on top of its priorities, with multiple options to develop your technical skills.

• A competitive salary and great benefits package (professional protection equipment, medical services, lunch provided at the factory)
• Work within an experienced team.
• The right tools for the right job.
• The freedom to contribute with your own input in order to improve our processes.

What else can you expect from Bunge?

• A competitive salary and great benefits package (professional protection equipment, medical services, lunch provided at the factory)
• Work within an experienced team.
• The right tools for the right job.
• The freedom to contribute with your own input in order to improve our processes.

We are Bunge

Bunge is a global agribusiness with one mission – we connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed, and fuel to the world. We have unmatched global scale and deeply rooted relationships which allow us to bring innovative ingredients and knowledge to some of the world’s biggest brands – many of which are likely in your home right now.

We know that to achieve our mission and deliver the best results to our customers, each other, and the world we need to work together – so we hire talented people who are passionate, bold, and driven to work as One Bunge. This dedication is deeply embedded in our culture and reflected in the way we work.

Act as One Team

by fostering inclusion, collaboration and respect

Drive for Excellence

by being agile, innovative and efficient

Do What’s Right

by acting safely, ethically and sustainably

If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day – people who are #ProudtoBeBunge.

Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.