Automation Engineer

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, carbon capture, geothermal power, and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange

The Automation Engineer – is a professional who has proficient knowledge of technical details, participates in planning projects and installations, embraces continuous improvement, is rigorously dedicated to extraordinary quality and customer service, and continuously strives to improve communication channels. Executes installations of new systems ranging from a single piece to multiple pieces of equipment. On existing systems completes modifications, upgrades, and expansions to include additions to the system. Work needs to be done in the office as well as remote during commissioning.

• Creates and modifies Siemens programmable logic controller (PLC) programs for our various packaged applications
• Creates and modifies HMI programs for our solutions
• Designs engineering systems for the automation of industrial tasks.
• Researches, selects, or applies sensors like vision systems, communication technologies, control devices for motion control, position sensing, and pressure sensing.
• Identifies and selects materials appropriate for automation system designs
• Creates and modifies programs for Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interface (HMI), Variable Frequency Drive (VFD), and motor control devices.
• Use and maintain electrical related software programs.
• Inspects components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation including review of blueprints, schematics, manuals, or other specification.
• Oversees the work of contractors in accordance with project requirements.
• Support in remote maintenance and Troubleshoots equipment problems.
• Tests faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions using test equipment or software and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic equipment and systems.
• Works continuously to improve existing systems and new projects.
• Reviewing / checking of documents SLD, Electrical enclosure GA Layout, Electrical schematic etc.
• Reviewing / Checking Datasheet for components placed on system as per project specifications.
• Design electrical enclosure and installation planning and execution.
• Functional testing of electrical equipment and Instruments to minimize commissioning time on site.

• Bachelor or Diploma Degree in Electrical and equivalent qualification
• Minimum 3-4 years of experience required as an Automation developer. Automation and robotics.
• Programming and coding experience.
• Project management.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communication and leadership skills
• Excellent communication in English and German (written and verbal).
• Following Siemens software expertise (TIA Portal, WinCC Explorer, Simatic manager, Starter, Siemens PLC/HMI/VFD communication, simulation and testing softwares etc..
• Documentation (Instruction, rung, section).
• HMI knowledge: object type, screen layouts, animation, alarms, scripting.
• Knowledge of NEC codes, NFPA codes, IEC codes, etc.
• Proficient in S7-300, S7-400 & S7-1500 of PLCs and I/O interfaces
• Ladder logic and Statement List.
• Function Block Diagram.
• File Structure, program organization.
• Functional requirements specification.
• Diagnostic and analytical skills.
• Ability and willingness to take a practical approach and undertake work at an operational level.
• Well versed with engineering procedures and international codes & standards.
• Techno-commercial mindset
• Capable of working independently on P&ID, GA layout and component specifications
• Team player