Automation Engineer

Location : On-Site

Employment Type : Full-Time

Industry : Industrial Automation | Electrical Engineering | Control Systems

WatersEdge Solutions is hiring a highly technical and self-driven Automation Engineer to design and develop smart automation systems within a high-performance engineering environment. This is an excellent opportunity to work on end-to-end projects, from concept through commissioning, with exposure to leading technologies such as PLCs, SCADA, HMI, and integrated web functionality.

About the Role

As an Automation Engineer, you’ll design, program, test, and optimise automation systems for industrial clients. The role covers software development, factory and site acceptance testing, and ongoing client support. You’ll also have the opportunity to add value through advanced services such as business data reporting and web-interface integration. If you’re looking to combine strong technical ability with client-facing delivery, this is the ideal role for you.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and test PLC, SCADA, and HMI automation systems

Participate in internal planning sessions to translate client control philosophies into automation logic

Execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)

Provide ongoing client support and maintenance, including root cause analysis and site visits

Deliver client training on plant control systems and process optimisation

Build custom reports and web interfaces based on client requests

Ensure all development milestones, testing, and documentation meet agreed quality standards

Maintain professional client relationships, resolving issues effectively and promoting service excellence

What You’ll Bring

BTech or BSc in Mechatronics, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering

Strong technical experience with PLC brands (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Schneider Vijeo Citect), HMI, and SCADA systems

Understanding of automation operating systems and network configurations

Familiarity with databases and web interface development is advantageous

Analytical mindset with fault-finding and decision-making skills

Planning, organisation, and attention to detail

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure with a strong sense of accountability and urgency

Nice to Have

Experience developing reports using business data

Exposure to client training and commissioning processes

Familiarity with web development for industrial automation environments

What’s On Offer

Opportunity to work on full-lifecycle automation projects

Exposure to cutting-edge tools and technologies

Strong mentorship and career development in a technically rigorous environment

Hybrid working model with site-based project engagement

A role that combines innovation, precision, and client impact

Company Culture

At WatersEdge Solutions, we align skilled engineers with organisations driving innovation in automation. You’ll join a team that values problem-solving, collaboration, and continuous technical growth—where your contributions are critical to delivering smarter, more efficient systems for the industrial sector.

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.